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: ごちそう
Meaning:
ごちそう (gochisō) is a Japanese word that means “feast” or “banquet.” It is often used to express gratitude to someone for a meal or to say “enjoy your meal” before a meal is served.
Examples:
- ごちそうさま でした！ It was a feast!
- この間はごちそうさまでした。 Thank you for the meal the other day.
- 今日の夕食は私がごちそうします。 I’ll treat you to dinner tonight.
- おいしかった！ごちそうさまでした！ That was delicious. Thanks for the feast!
- 今日は妻がごちそうを作ってくれた。 Today my wife cooked a feast.
- 友達がランチをごちそうしてくれた。 My friend treated me to lunch.
- 友達が昼ご飯をごちそうしてくれた。 My friend treated me to lunch.
- 夕食はよそでごちそうになりました。 I was treated to dinner out.
- テーブルの上にごちそうが並んでいる。 There are some delicious treats lined up on the table.
- ごちそうさまでした。おいしかったです。 Thank you for the meal. It was delicious.