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What Does Itadakimasu (いただきます) Mean in English?
Itadakimasu (いただきます) is often translated as “Let’s eat,” but its real meaning goes much deeper. Discover where the word comes from and how this simple phrase expresses gratitude for the food, nature, and people behind every meal.