JLPT N5 Grammar 失礼します | Meaning, Usage, Examples & Practice (Excuse me / Goodbye Politely)

JLPT N5 Grammar: 失礼します

Polite way to say “Excuse me” or “Goodbye” – Very important for real Japan life!

JLPT N5 文法 失礼します 解説

Looking for the meaning of 失礼します for JLPT N5? Learn when and how to use this polite expression for entering/leaving rooms and saying goodbye.

🚀 Quick JLPT N5 Warm-up Quiz (Think 5 seconds!)

Q1: You are leaving the classroom. What do you say?
A. ありがとうございます
B. 失礼します

Answer: B

Quick Summary

Grammar Point
失礼します
Meaning
Excuse me / Goodbye (polite)
Usage
When entering or leaving
Example

Excuse me / Goodbye.
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What does 失礼します mean?

失礼します (Shitsurei shimasu) is a very polite expression used when entering or leaving a room, or when excusing yourself. It shows good manners in Japanese culture.

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How to Pronounce 失礼します

Pronunciation: shi-tsu-re-i shi-ma-su

Examples & Mini Dialogue


Excuse me (entering/leaving).

Well then, goodbye.
Mini Dialogue
Student: 先生、失礼します。
Teacher: はい、どうぞ。

When to Use 失礼します in Real Japan

  • Entering or leaving a classroom/office
  • Leaving a meeting or shop
  • Ending a phone call politely
  • Passing in front of someone

Common Mistakes

✕ Saying バイバイ in formal situations
✓ Use 失礼します instead

JLPT N5 Practice Questions

1. You are leaving the office. What do you say?

  • A. ありがとうございます。
  • B. 失礼します。
Show AnswerCorrect: B
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About the Instructor

This lesson is taught by Anup Sensei, an experienced Japanese language instructor at Gogaku Language & Training Center in Pokhara. He has studied and worked in Japan and specializes in practical JLPT preparation and real-life communication skills.

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すみません | 失礼します | ありがとうございます | お願いします

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 失礼します mean?

It is a polite way to say “excuse me” when entering/leaving or saying goodbye.

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