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がっしょう 合掌
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Noun, Suru verb, Intransitive verb
1. pressing one's hands together in prayer​
Noun
2. triangular frame of a thatched roof​
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3. yours sincerely; yours truly; sincerely yours​See also 敬具, at the end of Buddhist correspondence
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4. Namaste​Namaste is a common spoken valediction or salutation originating from the Indian subcontinent. It is a customary greeting when individuals meet, and a valediction upon their parting. A non-contact form of salutation is traditionally preferred in India and Namaste is the most common form of such a salutation. When spoken to another person, it is commonly accompanied by a slight bow made with hands pressed together, palms touching and fingers pointed upwards, in front of the chest.
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