Formal — to staff
Onsen · Public · Bath
すみません、ここ、使っていましたか? — Excuse me, were you using this washing station? (Onsen · Public · Bath, Formal — to staff, JLPT N4)
You
すみません、ここ、使っていましたか?
すみません、ここ、つかっていましたか?
Excuse me, were you using this washing station?
Romaji: Sumimasen, koko, tsukatte imashita ka? / Reply Romaji: A, daijōbu desu yo. Dōzo.
Reply
あ、大丈夫ですよ。どうぞ。
あ、だいじょうぶですよ。どうぞ。
Oh, it's fine. Please go ahead.
Gesture & etiquette
Slight bow of head, apologetic expression.
Do not loudly argue or become visibly upset. Maintain a respectful demeanor.