Japanese phrase

いいえ、結構です。 i i e kek kō de su

Meaning

No, thank you.

When to use it

A polite way to decline an offer. It is common in everyday situations and sounds respectful without being overly formal.

Example dialogue

お茶はいかがですか? o cha wa i ka ga de su ka

Would you like some tea?

いいえ、結構です。 i i e kek kō de su

No, thank you.

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