〜をくださる | honorific way to say someone of higher status gives something to the speaker

Key takeaways

Grammar pattern 〜をくださる (Nounをくださる): honorific way to say someone of higher status gives something to the speaker.

See example sentences below.

〜をくださる at a glance

At a glance

〜をくださる

~ o kudasaru

Social interaction

Expression: 〜をくださる
Reading: ~ o kudasaru
Natural meaning: honorific way to say someone of higher status gives something to the speaker
Typical use: Social interaction

Core meaning

honorific way to say someone of higher status gives something to the speaker

Example 1

先生が私にとても役に立つ本をくださいました。

Translation

My teacher gave me a very helpful book.

Example 2

社長が社員全員にお菓子をくださいました。

Translation

The president gave snacks to all the employees.