“敬语”常见的英文表达是 “honorifics” 或 “honorific language”,它指的是在语言中用于表达尊敬、礼貌的特定词汇、语法形式或表达方式。
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In some cultures, honorifics are an important part of daily communication.(在一些文化中,敬语是日常交流的重要组成部分。)
Learning the appropriate honorific language is crucial when doing business in Japan.(在日本开展业务时,学习恰当的敬语至关重要 。 )