ご苦労さま
Reading: ごくろうさま
Meaning: thank you for your hard work
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Example Sentence
When work was finished, I was told 'good work.'
Usage Notes
A polite expression used to show appreciation for someone's work or effort, typically used by superiors to subordinates.
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