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Easy, Key Phrases to Impress Business Clients Abroad
Whether you’re in international business, or just occasionally make business trips overseas, chances are you’re in need of a language lesson. We’ve put together a handful of common phrases for some of the most prominent languages in the business world. Use this handy reference guide to bridge the language divide and impress your business clients abroad.

Japanese

Introduce yourself, speak greetings, and more with these phrases.
Watashi no namae wa Jones desu.: My name is Jones. (formal) (Audio)
Jones desu.: My name is Jones. (colloquial)
Hajimemashite: Hello, I am pleased to make your acquaintance. (Audio)
Ohayogozaimasu: Good morning. (Audio)
Konnichiwa: Good day. (Audio)
Kombanwa: Good evening. (Audio)
Domo arigato gozaimashita.: Goodbye. (Audio)
Sayonara: Farewell. (long term, final) (Audio)
Doitashimashite: It’s my pleasure. (Audio)
Sumimasen: Excuse me. (Audio)
Anatano namae wa nan desu ka?: What is your name? (Audio)
Yoroshiku onegaishimasu.: Pleased to meet you. (Pronounciation)
Bengoshi to sodan shitai desu.: I want to consult a lawyer.