How to Say ‘To be doing (humble polite)’ in Japanese
おります
ori masu
[oh-ree mahss]
💬 Usage Tip: [おります] is a more humble, formal version of [います]. In phrases like [お待ちしております], staff use it to speak politely about their own actions.
Phrase Breakdown
おり
ori
[oh-ree]
to be; humble form
A humble form of いる, used in polite business and service language.
ご来店をお待ちしております。
We look forward to your visit.
ます
masu
[mahss]
polite verb ending
A polite ending that makes the expression formal and respectful.
スタッフ一同お待ちしております。
All our staff look forward to seeing you.
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