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Lexical entry

クッションワード

kusshonwaado

Polite introductory phrases used to soften requests or refusals.

Business & WorkPure GairaigoWasei-EigoSource: English

Meaning

Softening words or phrases used in business etiquette to introduce difficult topics or negative news politely.

  • polite softening phrase

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Evidence and Provenance
Data source
JMdict_english
Revision
JMdict.2026-04-17
Review flags
possible-wasei
Active language
English
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