お見舞い

おみまい
Alternative writings: お見舞, 御見舞い, 御見舞
JLPT:N4
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1

A visit to someone who is ill, injured, or otherwise affected by misfortune; an act of calling to inquire about their health or to offer sympathy and support.

Noun

Examples

入院している祖母にお見舞いに行ったら、とても喜んでくれた。

I visited my grandmother in the hospital, and she was very happy.

忙しくても、お見舞いにはできるだけ顔を出したほうがいい。

Even if you're busy, it's better to visit someone in the hospital if you can.

友人にお見舞いの電話をかけて、様子を聞いた。

I called my friend to offer my sympathy and ask how they were doing.

2

A letter or gift given as an expression of sympathy or concern (e.g., get-well letter, gift for someone who is ill).

Noun

Examples

入院している同僚にお見舞いの花を贈った。

I sent a get-well bouquet to my colleague who is hospitalized.

遠方に住んでいるので、お見舞い状を出して気持ちを伝えた。

Since I live far away, I sent a get-well letter to express my feelings.

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