Word details
恐縮
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 恐縮.
Dictionary
Entry
1
feeling (much) obliged; being (very) grateful; being thankful
2
Oft. before a request, as 恐縮ですが
feeling sorry (for troubling someone); feeling ashamed (e.g. of an error); feeling embarrassed (e.g. by someone's compliments, hospitality, etc.)
Examples
恐縮ですが、２月２７日の約束をキャンセルさせてください。
I am very sorry, but I must cancel our appointment for February 27.
3
Archaic
shrinking back in fear
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