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Question
I’m in Japan for a business meeting and I’ve been invited to a formal dinner. I want to make sure I convey my gratitude properly in Japanese at the end of the evening. How do I say “Thank you for the wonderful dinner” in Japanese?
Japango Editor Team
素敵（すてき）なディナーをありがとうございました。
Suteki na diinaa o arigatoo gozaimashita.
Thank you for the wonderful dinner.
This expression is perfect for showing appreciation in formal settings, such as business dinners. “Suteki na” means “wonderful,” “diinaa” is “dinner,” and “arigatoo gozaimashita” is a polite way to say “thank you.”
To express gratitude for other occasions, simply replace “ディナー” (diinaa) with words like “ランチ” (ranchi) for “lunch” or “パーティー” (paatii) for “party.” Using this phrase will surely make a positive impression on your hosts.
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