わたくし

I (formal), myself

N5pronoun·watakushi

How to remember it

Same 私 (private), said long and politely to sound humble and formal.

Example sentences

  • 私は山田と申します。

    わたくしはやまだともうします。

    My name is Yamada.

  • 私が責任者でございます。

    わたくしがせきにんしゃでございます。

    I am the person in charge.

Usage

Very formal and humble; used in business and ceremonies.

Related words

自分申す

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