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truly; sincerely; most
Very formal adverb expressing sincere or heartfelt emphasis. Common in business apologies, thank-yous, and ceremonial speech.
誠にありがとうございます。
Thank you very much (sincerely).
誠に申し訳ございません。
I am truly sorry.
Very formal adverb that heightens the sincerity of the following expression. Heard constantly in customer-service announcements, business emails, and ceremonial speech, but rare in casual conversation.
Common collocations
- 誠にありがとうございます: thank you very much
- 誠に申し訳ございません / ありません: I am truly sorry
- 誠に恐縮ですが: I am extremely sorry to ask, but...
- 誠に残念ながら: most regrettably
- 誠に勝手ながら: most presumptuously (set phrase for business notices)