敬語N4

申し上げる

to say (humble, very formal)

Structure

申し上げる(言う の謙譲語,より丁寧)

Explanation

The humble of 言う, more formal than 申す, used in speeches and formal settings (お礼を申し上げます, ご挨拶を申し上げます).

Examples

心からお礼を申し上げます。

I sincerely thank you.

皆様にご挨拶を申し上げます。

I'd like to address everyone.

Note

申し上げる is the most formal humble of 言う, often paired with お礼, ご挨拶, お詫び.

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