Studying Japanese Ep.775

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Key Expressions and Meanings

This episode introduces a polite and formal expression commonly used when entering someone’s house or a store, or when addressing someone in a polite way. It’s essential in maintaining respectful communication.


Multilingual Translations (12 Languages)

Expression 1: ごめんください

Japaneseごめんください
English (US)Please excuse me
English (UK)Please excuse me
Korean계신가요?
Hindiकृपया मुझे माफ करें
FrenchExcusez-moi, s’il vous plaît
GermanEntschuldigen Sie bitte
SpanishPermiso
Portuguese (BR)Com licença
ItalianMi scusi, per favore
DutchMag ik binnenkomen?
VietnameseXin lỗi, cho tôi vào
Thaiขอโทษนะครับ/ค่ะ

Meaning & Usage

  • ごめんください: This phrase is used to politely announce your arrival or to inquire if someone is present, typically used when entering someone’s home or a store. It’s a respectful form of asking for permission or attention.

Example Sentence

  • ごめんください: “ごめんください、今おうちにいらっしゃいますか?” (Excuse me, is anyone home now?)

Final Note

This episode introduces ごめんください, a polite and essential phrase for showing respect when entering or addressing someone. It’s commonly used in formal or semi-formal settings to make sure your presence is acknowledged in a courteous manner.