N2
たてまつる (tatematsuru)
たてまつる
to offer, to present (to a superior), to serve (a superior), to offer respectfully (humble verb)
💡 Nuance & Usage:
A classical Japanese humble verb used to show extreme respect when offering something to a superior, serving a superior, or sometimes to refer to performing an action for a superior. Has a formal and somewhat archaic feel. (目上の人に対して物を差し上げたり、奉仕したりする謙譲語。非常に丁寧で、古風な響きがある。)
📝 Example Sentences
神に供物をたてまつる。
To offer sacrifices to the gods.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "たてまつる"!
家臣は王に新鮮な果物を_______。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 目上の王様に物を差し上げる謙譲語。
English: It's a humble verb for offering something to a superior, like a king.
English: It's a humble verb for offering something to a superior, like a king.
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