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Mimi Kara N2 Grammar: ところを (tokoro wo)
59. ～ ところを (tokoro wo)
Meaning: Start the conversation -> say thank you, sorry, ask for help
How to use:
V／Aい／Aな + ところを
N + の + ところを
Example sentences:
「お忙しいところをわざわざ来ていただき、ありがとうございました」
“Thanks to everyone who took the trouble to come here during such a busy time.”
「お話し中のところをちょっと失礼します」
“I’m sorry to have to interrupt your conversation.”
「お休みのところを、朝早くからお電話して申し訳ありません」
“I’m really sorry that I’m on holiday to call you so early in the morning.”
