Formal — to staff
Ryokan · Hotel
大変恐縮ですが、夕食の時間を少し早める（または遅らせる）ことは可能でしょうか？ — I'm very sorry to trouble you, but would it be possible to have dinner a little earlier (or later)? (Ryokan · Hotel, Formal — to staff, JLPT N3)
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大変恐縮ですが、夕食の時間を少し早める（または遅らせる）ことは可能でしょうか？
たいへんきょうしゅくですが、ゆうしょくのじかんをすこしはやめる（またはおくれさせる）ことはかのうでしょうか？
I'm very sorry to trouble you, but would it be possible to have dinner a little earlier (or later)?
Romaji: Taihen kyōshuku desu ga, yūshoku no jikan o sukoshi hayameru (matawa okuraseru) koto wa kanō deshou ka? / Reply Romaji: Hai, nanji-goro ga go-kibō deshou ka? Kakunin itashimasu.
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はい、何時頃がご希望でしょうか？確認いたします。
はい、なんじごろがごきぼうでしょうか？かくにんいたします。
Yes, what time would you prefer? I will check for you.
Gesture & etiquette
A polite nod or slight bow.
Be prepared for the possibility that adjustments may not be possible, especially during busy times.
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