Please Thank you very much You're welcome Excuse me / Sorry I'm sorry It's okay / I'm fine Of course I humbly receive Thank you for the meal Excuse me (for my rudeness) Thanks to you Nice to meet you / I look forward to working with you Likewise / The pleasure is all mine I'm sorry to bother you / Thank you Thank you for your hard work
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こちらこそ
This phrase means "It is I who should say so" or "likewise." It is used to return a polite sentiment. For example, if someone says "Thank you," you can reply "こちらこそ" to mean "No, thank *you*."
Examples in context
ありがとうございます。こちらこそ。
Thank you. Likewise.
こちらこそ、よろしくお願いします。
The pleasure is mine.
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