Meaning

Primary

Greeting

Alternatives

Salutation, Speech

Word Type

noun, verbal noun, の adjective

Explanation

Push open the door to the conversation that is going to be imminent by saying the proper greeting or salutation. This word might also refer to a short speech you give at an event or ceremony.

Reading

あいさつ
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You've learned them already, so you should be able to read this on your own!

Context

Context Sentences

まだ小さいのに挨拶ができて良い子だね。

You're such a good child for greeting people properly even though you're still so little.

挨拶はコミュニケーションに欠かせない要素です。

Greetings are an essential part of communication.

近くにいたので、挨拶しに来ました。

I was in the area, so I came by to say hi.

Kanji Composition