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Greetings & FarewellsFriday 28 August 2026
お疲れ様でした
Pronunciation: otsukaresama deshita
Meaning: Thank you for your hard work / Thank you for your efforts
This is a polite farewell used in workplace settings when leaving, acknowledging the other person's effort and showing appreciation for their work during the day.
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