Japanese Word · Native
恐れ入ります
Excuse me / I appreciate it
Pronunciation: osore irimasu
Meaning
A very polite expression used to show gratitude or soften a request.
Example
恐れ入りますが、もう一度ご説明ください。
Excuse me, but please explain it once more.
Practice tips
- Practice 恐れ入ります out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for native-level learners.