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self-introduction
The act of introducing oneself, typically stating one's name, affiliation, and relevant background. A routine social practice in Japan at the start of meetings, classes, and gatherings.
自己紹介をお願いします。
Please introduce yourself.
新入社員が一人ずつ自己紹介をした。
The new employees introduced themselves one by one.
英語で自己紹介するのは緊張する。
Introducing myself in English makes me nervous.
自己紹介 is a compound of 自己 (self) + 紹介 (introduction).
USAGE:
Self-introductions are an important social ritual in Japan. They commonly occur at the start of school classes, work meetings, social gatherings, and group activities. A typical 自己紹介 includes one's name, affiliation (school, company), and a brief personal detail.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 自己紹介をする: to introduce oneself
- 自己紹介をお願いします: please introduce yourself
- 簡単な自己紹介: a brief self-introduction