届ける vs お届けする
Japanese word comparison
Listen to 届ける
Listen to お届けする
| 届ける | お届けする |
|---|---|
to-DO-keru verb | otodoke suru verb |
| to deliver; to deliver something to someone or somewhere | to deliver respectfully |
How they differ
お届けする is the polite/humble form of 届ける, often used by service staff or in customer-facing announcements. It keeps the same core meaning but adds deference toward the listener or customer.
When to use each
When to use 届ける: Use 届ける in plain, neutral situations when politeness is not specially required.
When to use お届けする: Use お届けする when speaking to customers, clients, or anyone you want to treat respectfully.
Side-by-side examples
- 本日中に荷物を届ける。
(I will deliver the package today.) - 本日中に荷物をお届けする。
(We will deliver the package today.)
Register & nuance: お届けする is formal and polite; it is common in business, sales, and service language.