Formal — to staff
Restaurant · Ramen
すみません、ラーメンを半分（または少なめ）にできますか？ — Excuse me, can I have a half portion (or a smaller portion) of ramen? (Restaurant · Ramen, Formal — to staff, JLPT N4)
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すみません、ラーメンを半分（または少なめ）にできますか？
すみません、ラーメンをはんぶん（またはすくなめ）にできますか？
Excuse me, can I have a half portion (or a smaller portion) of ramen?
Romaji: Sumimasen, rāmen o hanbun (matawa sukuname) ni dekimasu ka? / Reply Romaji: Hai, dekimasu yo. Ryōkin wa kawarimasen ga yoroshī deshō ka?
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はい、できますよ。料金は変わりませんがよろしいでしょうか？
はい、できますよ。りょうきんはかわりませんがよろしいでしょうか？
Yes, you can. Is it okay if the price remains the same?
Gesture & etiquette
Hold hands up slightly, indicating a smaller size.
Do not assume a half portion will be half price. Always clarify. Some shops might not offer it.
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