いただく

This is the 1494th most frequent Japanese word.

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いただく

"いただく" is a humble form of "to receive" or "to eat/drink" in Japanese.


In this context, 'いただく' is a polite form of 'to receive'.

この本をいただきました。

I received this book.


Here, 'いただく' is used as a polite way to indicate receiving or having something.

お茶をいただいてもよろしいですか。

May I have some tea?


In this sentence, 'いただく' expresses a polite gratitude for receiving assistance or advice.

ご指導をいただければ幸いです。

I would be grateful to receive your guidance.