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bow
A bow as a form of greeting or showing respect, fundamental to Japanese etiquette.
お辞儀 is a fundamental aspect of Japanese culture.
COMMON PATTERNS:
- お辞儀をする (to bow)
- 深いお辞儀 (deep bow - more respectful)
- 軽いお辞儀 (light bow - casual greeting)
RELATED:
- 会釈 (slight bow/nod - less formal)
- 礼 (bow, salutation - formal)