[Survey of 7,600 Simeji Users] 90% have used 'incorrect honorifics.' About 60% of bosses feel uncomfortable with the honorifics used by new employees.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What percentage of Simeji users have admitted to using incorrect honorifics in their professional communication?

A: Approximately 90% of working professionals surveyed have used 'commonly misused honorifics' according to the Simeji user survey.

Q: How many bosses or senior employees reported feeling uncomfortable with the honorifics used by new employees?

A: About 60% of bosses and senior employees, specifically 59.8%, have felt uncomfortable with the honorifics used by new employees.

Q: What is the most challenging aspect of using Japanese business honorifics for professionals?

A: The most difficult aspect of honorifics for professionals is 'distinguishing between honorific (sonkeigo) and humble (kenjougo) language'.

Q: What percentage of new employees expressed a lack of confidence in their ability to use honorifics correctly?

A: Around 40% of new employees, specifically 42.2%, stated that they 'lack confidence in their honorifics'.

Q: How many bosses or senior employees actually corrected the honorific mistakes made by new employees?

A: Less than 40% of bosses and senior employees, specifically 38.2%, have actually corrected the honorific mistakes made by new employees.