方々
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Polite plural noun for people. Used in formal contexts to refer to multiple individuals respectfully. Example: 『皆様方々』 (minasama kata-gata, 'all of you esteemed persons').
Theme
User is a new employee at a company, and Tanaka-san, a senior colleague, is explaining the office layout and introducing key personnel during a tour.
方々
かたがた
persons (polite plural)
People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships
Memory Hook
Imagine a group of people standing in a circle, each pointing in different directions. '方々' (kata-gata) sounds like 'cata-gata' — think of a 'catalog' of persons, listing everyone!
Cultural Note
『方々』 (kata-gata) is a polite and respectful term used to refer to multiple people, often in formal speeches or announcements, such as at events or in business settings, to show deference to the audience.
Forms
Base: 方々Polite plural noun for people. Used in formal contexts to refer to multiple individuals respectfully. Example: 『皆様方々』 (minasama kata-gata, 'all of you esteemed persons').