Learning objectives
- Lesson goals: Learn no itari da for "the height of / extremely" — highly emotive formal expression.
- Form and connection: [Noun] の至いたりだ
- Nuance in real use: の至りだ is the ceiling of formal emotional expression in Japanese — you're saying "this is the highest level of feeling I can express." At Japanese award ceremonies and formal speeches, it's the standard for gratitude and honor.
Form and connection
Core Explanation
Learn no itari da for "the height of / extremely" — highly emotive formal expression.
Cultural Note
Practical examples
Common pitfalls
Build the base form before adding the pattern
Complete the required conjugation first. Do not keep polite and plain endings at the same time.
Match politeness to the situation
The examples are reliable starting points; relationships and context can still change the most natural wording.
Practice and answers
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[Noun] の至いたりだShow answer
I am extremely honored.Show answer
感激かんげきの至いたりです。 ([Noun] の至いたりだ)Continue learning
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