殿

This is the 8921st most frequent Japanese word.


殿

"殿" (tono) is an honorific meaning "lord" or "master," often used for nobility or formal address.


殿 here refers to a lord or feudal ruler, exemplifying its historical usage.

殿は城を視察するために旅に出ました。

The lord left to inspect the castle.


殿 in this sentence is used as an honorific for addressing a group politely.

君たち殿もこの問題について考慮してください。

You gentlemen also consider this issue.


殿 is used as an honorific suffix for addressing individuals formally in written correspondences.

この封筒は田中殿宛です。

This envelope is addressed to Mr. Tanaka.