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Polite noun used to indicate direction, location, or person in a formal context. It can mean 'this way,' 'here,' or 'this person' depending on usage. Example: 『こちらへどうぞ』 (kochira e douzo, 'Please come this way').
Theme
In a formal office setting, User is guiding a client, Tanaka-san, to a meeting room, politely indicating directions.
こちら
こちら
this way (polite)
Basics & EssentialsGreetings & Expressions
Memory Hook
Imagine pointing politely to a direction and saying, 'Come this way, please!' The polite sound 'ko-chi-ra' sounds like 'coach here' — a coach is here to guide you this way.
Cultural Note
『こちら』 (kochira) is often used in formal settings, such as in business or when welcoming guests, to indicate direction or introduce oneself politely. For example, when answering the phone, people might say 『こちらは山田です』 (kochira wa Yamada desu, 'This is Yamada speaking').
Forms
Base: こちらPolite noun used to indicate direction, location, or person in a formal context. It can mean 'this way,' 'here,' or 'this person' depending on usage. Example: 『こちらへどうぞ』 (kochira e douzo, 'Please come this way').