How do you say "I have one request" in Japanese?

"I have one request" in Japanese is "一つお願いがあります". This phrase is commonly used in Japan.

What does "一つお願いがあります" mean in English?

"一つお願いがあります" means "I have one request" in English. Usage tip: Use this when making a polite request.

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How to Say ‘I have one request’ in Japanese

一つお願いがあります

ひとつおねがいがあります

💬 Usage Tip: Use this when making a polite request.

🇯🇵 In Japan: Requests often begin with humble introductions to show politeness.

Phrase Breakdown

一つひとつ

one thing

Refers to one item or request.

Example

一つ買いました。

I bought one item.

お願いおねがい

request

A plea or petition.

Example

小さなお願いがあります。

I have a small request.

がありますがあります

there is

Indicates existence of something.

Example

窓があります。

There is a window.

Word-by-Word Breakdown

一ひと

[hito]

one

The number one, single unit or item.

Example

それを一つください。

Please give me one of those.

つつ

[tsu]

counter

Used for general counting in Japanese.

Example

リンゴを一つください。

Please give me one apple.

おお

[o]

honorific prefix

Used to show respect before certain words.

Example

お金をください。

Please give me some money.

願いねがい

[negai]

request

Asking someone to do something or for something.

Example

小さなお願いがあります。

I have a small request.

がが

[ga]

subject particle

Marks the subject of a sentence.

Example

猫がいます。

There is a cat.

ありあり

[ari]

to exist

Indicates the presence or existence of something.

Example

時間があります。

There is time.

ますます

[masu]

polite verb ending

Makes a statement or request polite.

Example

手伝います。

I will help.

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