How to use お帰り (おかえり)

Meaning of お帰り

The Japanese verb "お帰り" (おかえり, okaeri) can have various meanings depending on the context in which it is used. Here's a list of its primary meanings along with examples:

  1. Welcome back / Return: A casual greeting used when someone returns home or to a familiar place. It's the imperative or command form of "to return," used in a welcoming context.
    • Example: おかえりなさい、お母さん。
    • Translation: Welcome back, Mom.

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