How to use お先に (おさきに)
Meaning of お先に
The Japanese verb "お先に" (おさきに, osakini) can have various meanings depending on the context in which it is used. Here's a list of its primary meanings along with examples:
- Before others / First: Used when someone does something before others, often as a polite expression when leaving work or a place earlier than others.
- Example: お先に失礼します。
- Translation: Excuse me for leaving first.
- Ahead / In advance: Can also indicate doing something in advance or going ahead.
- Example: お先に食べてください。
- Translation: Please go ahead and eat.