おごり

Alternative writings: 奢り
Frequency:
1

Luxury or extravagance; behaving in a lavish or indulgent way.

NounUsually Kana

Examples

彼の生活は小さな贅沢・おごりが多い。

His lifestyle includes many small luxuries.

旅行中はついおごりがちになる。

On trips I tend to indulge in luxuries.

若い頃の無駄なおごりを反省している。

I'm reflecting on the needless extravagance I had when I was young.

2

A treat paid for by someone else; being treated (e.g., to a meal) at another's expense.

NounUsually Kana

Examples

今日は私のおごりだから、遠慮しないで食べてください。

It's my treat today, so don't hold back — enjoy the food.

彼女にランチをおごられた。

She treated me to lunch.

飲み会は課長のおごりだった。

The party was paid for by the manager.

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