Casual to Stranger
Public · Transport
すみません、ここ、空いていますか？ — Excuse me, is this spot/seat free? (Public · Transport, Casual to Stranger, JLPT N5)
You
すみません、ここ、空いていますか？
すみません、ここ、あいていますか？
Excuse me, is this spot/seat free?
Romaji: Sumimasen, koko, aite imasu ka? / Reply Romaji: A, hai, dōzo.
Reply
あ、はい、どうぞ。
あ、はい、どうぞ。
Oh, yes, please.
Gesture & etiquette
Point politely to the seat while making eye contact.
Avoid touching other people's belongings without permission. Wait for their response and gesture.
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