No. 1,643 in Japanese
申し上げ
"申し上げ" (もうしあげ) means "to humbly say" or "to express" in a very polite form.
In a sentence
この度、御社に訪問させていただいたことを心より申し上げます。
I sincerely express my gratitude for the opportunity to visit your company this time.
Usage of 申し上げ: Shows a polite and humble way to express gratitude or an announcement in formal contexts.
お祝いの言葉を申し上げます。
I extend my congratulations.
Usage of 申し上げ: Used to extend courteous words or wishes in formal communication.
深くお詫び申し上げます。
I deeply offer my apologies.
Usage of 申し上げ: Employed to convey sincere apologies in a polite and deferential manner.
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