How to Say ‘Could you please’ in Japanese
いただけますか
いただけますか
💬 Usage Tip: A polite request form, often combined with another verb.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Making humble requests is highly appreciated in Japanese culture.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
いただけいただけ
[itadake]
can receive; potential form
Indicates the potentiality of receiving something.
案内をいただけますか。
Can I receive guidance?
ますます
[masu]
politeness marker
A polite form marker for verbs.
お水をいただけますか。
Could I have some water, please?
かか
[ka]
question marker
Indicates a question when placed at the end of a sentence.
行けますか。
Can you go?
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