Itadakimasu意思

"Itadakimasu" is a Japanese phrase that is commonly used before eating a meal. It literally translates to "I humbly receive," but it is used to express gratitude for the food that is about to be eaten. It is similar to saying "bon appetit" in French or "enjoy your meal" in English.

The phrase is often used in a more formal setting, such as when eating at someone's home or at a restaurant. It is a way of showing respect to the people who prepared the food and to the effort that went into making the meal.

In Japan, it is considered polite and respectful to say "itadakimasu" before starting to eat, just as it is considered polite to say "gochisosama deshita" (which means "thank you for the meal") after finishing a meal.