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    ご多忙のことと存じます (gotabō no koto to zonjimasu)

    Grammar & Usage

    fixed expression
    formal, polite

    How it works

    This phrase combines ご多忙 (gotabō, polite form of 'very busy') with のことと (no koto to, a common pattern to express 'that it is the case that...') and 存じます (zonjimasu, humble form of 'to think/know/understand'). It's a humble way to acknowledge someone's busyness, often used as an opening or closing remark in professional correspondence.

    Sample sentences

    ご多忙のことと存じますが、ご返信いただけますと幸いです。

    I understand you are very busy, but I would appreciate it if you could reply.

    ご多忙のことと存じますので、お体にはお気をつけください。

    I know you are very busy, so please take care of yourself.

    ご多忙のことと存じますが、会議にご参加いただけますでしょうか。

    I understand you are very busy, but would you be able to attend the meeting?

    Quick facts

    politeness:Highly polite and humble. 'ご多忙' uses the honorific prefix 'ご' and '存じます' is a humble verb. It conveys respect for the recipient's time and status.
    usageContext:Primarily used in business settings, formal letters, emails, or professional greetings. It serves as an empathetic acknowledgment before making a request or providing information.

    Mnemonic

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    Example

    ご多忙のことと存じますが、ご返信いただけますと幸いです。

    I understand you are very busy, but I would appreciate it if you could reply.

    ご多忙のことと存じますので、お体にはお気をつけください。

    I know you are very busy, so please take care of yourself.

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