Formal — to staff
Coin · Laundry
You
すみません、この洗濯機、まだ使われていますか？
すみません、このせんたくき、まだつかわれていますか？
Excuse me, is this washing machine still in use? (Context: previous person's laundry is inside)
Romaji: Sumimasen, kono sentakuki, mada tsukawarete imasu ka? / Reply Romaji: A, sumimasen! Sugu dashimasu ne.
Reply
あ、すみません！すぐ出しますね。
あ、すみません！すぐだしますね。
Oh, I'm sorry! I'll take it out right away.
Gesture & etiquette
Point gently at the washing machine. Slight bow.
Do not touch or remove someone else's laundry without permission. Wait for the owner or ask staff if available.
#laundry#washing machine#polite request#public facility