It is essential to learn Japanese vocabulary when studying the language. In addition to words borrowed from other languages, Japanese vocabulary is vast and diverse. Learning essential words and phrases, as well as specialized terminology and idiomatic expressions, is essential for effective communication in Japanese.
Japanese Vocabulary: どなた
Meaning：who
It is often used in formal settings, such as in business or in customer service, to address someone politely. It is a more formal and respectful way of asking who someone is compared to the more casual “誰 (dare)” which means “who” in a less formal context.
Here are ten sentences using the word どなた:
- どなたですか？- Who are you?
- どなたからお電話ですか？ – Who is calling?
- どなたのお名前は何ですか？ – What is your name?
- どなたが来ましたか？ Who came?
- どなたがこの仕事をしますか？ – Who will do this job?
- どなたがお茶を振るんでいますか？ – Who is pouring the tea?
- どなたにお伺いしてもよろしいですか？ – May I inquire who?
- どなたからのお手紙ですか？ – Is this a letter from whom?
- どなたがあの会議を開催しますか？ – Who is hosting that meeting?
- どなたがこの料理を作りましたか？ – Who made this dish?