Japanese phrase

それでは失礼します。 so re de wa shitsu rei shi ma su

Meaning

Well then I'll be on my way.

When to use it

A polite phrase used when taking leave. It often closes a conversation or visit and sounds respectful without being overly formal.

Example dialogue

もうお帰りですか? mō o kae ri de su ka

Are you leaving already?

はい、それでは失礼します。 ha i so re de wa shitsu rei shi ma su

Yes. I'll be on my way then.

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