What does "I have an ass" mean in business conversation? Includes analogies and paraphrases.
You may have been surprised to hear Japanese people use the words "ass" and "hips" when talking about business in Japan.
This article explains the meaning, example sentences, and usage of "ass" and "oshiri" used in business, and "matsu" which has a similar meaning.
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Meaning of "ass," "pineapple," and "butt" in business
In business settings, words such as "ass" and "hips" are sometimes used in a unique way. These words usually refer to the buttocks, but in business they can have very different meanings. Also, "pineapple" is used in a similar sense, so let's review the meaning of each here.
Ass" and "hip" = "deadline," "due date," "due date."
In business, when we say "ass" or "hip," we are referring to work deadlines, due dates, and delivery dates.
Compared to "deadline," "due date," and "due date," "ass" and "oshiri" are more casual expressions. By "casual expressions," we mean the kind of light-hearted language you might use in conversation with a friend.
It can also mean "end" or "complete."
The words "ass" and "hips" are sometimes used to mean "end" or "completion.
Matsu" = "last day" or "last day of the month"
Matsu" means "end of the month" or "last day of the month," and has a slightly different nuance from "ass" and "oshiri. Furthermore, unlike "ketsu" and "oshiri," "matsu" is not a casual expression.
What English expression means "ass," "pineapple," or "butt"?
Let's see how these Japanese expressions are expressed in English.
deadline
In English, "deadline" is an expression similar to "ass" and "hips. However, "deadline" does not include the casual nuance of "ass" or "butt".
the end of ~
The appropriate English equivalent for "pine" is "the end of ~". For example, "the end of this month" is "the end of this month.
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Example sentences and usage of "ass", "pine", and "hips".
Now that you understand the meanings of "ass," "pine," and "hips," let's look at some example sentences and how they are used in actual conversation.
Example of "ケツがある"
We have ケツがある on this project, so let's hurry up and get it done."
In this example sentence, "ass" is used instead of "deadline," "due date," or "delivery date. It means that the work needs to be done by the deadline, so let's hurry up.
An example of "wee time"
This process is so slow going that I can't see my butt time."
In this example sentence, "oshiri" is used to mean "end" or "completion". It indicates a situation in which work is not proceeding as planned and one does not know when it will be finished.
Example sentences of "by Mats
Please settle your account by Mats.
In this example, we are requesting payment for goods and services by the end of the month. The "matsu" here refers to "the last day of the month.
Three things to keep in mind when using "ass", "butt", and "pineapple".
When using "ass," "pineapple," and "hips" in business, keep the following in mind.
1. "Ass" and "buttocks" should be avoided by bosses and superiors.
Although "ass" and "hips" are business terms, they can sound vulgar and should not be used by supervisors or superiors.
2. It is safer for women not to use "ass" or "buttocks.
It is mainly men who use "ass" and "hips"; when women use them, they can sound vulgar.
3. "Pine" can be used in any situation.
Unlike "ass" and "hips," "pineapple" does not give a vulgar impression. Therefore, it is acceptable for bosses and women to use it.
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summary
In this article, we have discussed the unique Japanese expressions "ketsu," "matsu," and "oshiri" in business situations. These words are often used to mean "deadline," "end of the month," and "completion," respectively. "Ketsu" and "oshiri" in particular are used in more casual contexts, but may not be appropriate for superiors or superiors. On the other hand, "pine" is also used in more formal situations and has a wide range of uses.
We hope this will help foreign residents understand the nuances of these words and use them appropriately in Japanese business communication.
