致す

• Reading: いたす
• Romaji: itasu
• Kanji breakdown: 致 (chi/ita) — bring about, cause, do (humble)
• Pronunciation: /i.ta.sɯ/

Meaning

Extra-modest (humble) form of する (to do). Used to lower oneself when speaking to superiors or customers.

A Group 1 (godan) verb that serves as the humble equivalent of する. Part of the keigo (honorific language) system tested at N4. Common set phrases include いたします (I will do it), 失礼いたします (Excuse me), and 確認いたします (I will confirm). Always used about one's own actions, never about others' actions.

Examples

1. すぐに確認いたします。 I will confirm right away.
2. 私がご案内いたします。 I will show you the way.
3. お荷物はこちらでお預かりいたします。 We will hold your luggage here for you.

Usage Guide

Context: business, service industry, formal conversation

Tone: humble

Origin & History

From classical Japanese いたす, meaning to cause or bring about. The kanji 致 combines 至 (arrive, reach) and 攵 (strike), conveying the sense of bringing something to a conclusion through effort.

Cultural Context

Era: Classical

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal