How to use こちらこそ (こちらこそ)

Meaning of こちらこそ

The Japanese verb "こちらこそ" (こちらこそ, kochirakoso) 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. Rather / If anything: Used to turn a compliment or thanks back towards the speaker, suggesting that the recipient feels the sentiment applies more to themselves.
    • Example: 「ありがとう。」「こちらこそ。」
    • Translation: Thank you. "Rather, thank you."
  2. On the contrary / If anything: Indicates that the speaker feels the opposite of what was stated might be more true.
    • Example: 「助かったよ。」「こちらこそ。」
    • Translation: I was helped. "If anything, me."

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Dialogue

シン国皇帝 第12子 リン･ヤオ
The twelfth prince of Xing, Ling Yao.

医者を手配してくれて 感謝する
Thank you for arranging a doctor.

👉👉こちらこそ マリア･ロスの件では世話に なった
I should be thanking you for the Maria Ross matter.

それと
Also,

今回の件でもな
for this matter as well.

（グラトニー）ああ ああ
(Gluttony) Ah, ah

Dialogue

ありがとう イズミ･カーティス
Thank you, Izumi Curtis.

👉👉こちらこそ アームストロング少将
The pleasure was all mine, Major General Armstrong.