〜てさしあげる
- Pattern
- 〜てさしあげる
- Level
- N4
- Reading
- 〜てさしあげる
- Meaning
- to do something for someone (of higher status)
- Attaches to
- Verb (て-form)
- Nuance & register
A humble expression used when doing a favor for a superior, though it must be used carefully to avoid sounding patronizing.
- Example
重そうな荷物でしたので、お持ちしてさしあげました。 Since the luggage looked heavy, I carried it for them.
- Easily confused with
〜てあげる