Japanese phrase
お気持ちにはお応えできません。 o ki mo chi ni wa o kota e de ki ma se n
Meaning
I don't feel the same way.
When to use it
Politely rejects a romantic confession. It sounds formal and gentle, softening a clear refusal while showing respect for the other person's feelings.
Example dialogue
好きです。付き合ってください。 su ki de su tsu ki a tte ku da sa i
I like you. Please go out with me.
お気持ちにはお応えできません。 o ki mo chi ni wa o kota e de ki ma se n
I don't feel the same way.