Formal — to stranger
Local · Manners
これは優先席ですか？ — Is this a priority seat? (Local · Manners, Formal — to stranger, JLPT N5)
You
これは優先席ですか？
これはゆうせんせきですか？
Is this a priority seat?
Romaji: Kore wa yuusenseki desu ka? / Reply Romaji: Hai, kochira wa yusenseki desu. Hitsuyo de areba oyuzuri shimasu ka?
Reply
はい、こちらは優先席です。必要であればお譲りしますか？
はい、こちらはゆうせんせきです。ひつようであればおゆずりしますか？
Yes, this is a priority seat. Would you like me to give it up for you?
Gesture & etiquette
Polite nod or a slight bow while gesturing toward the seat.
Avoid pressuring the seated passenger if they are elderly or injured even if you think you need the seat more. Respect their privacy.
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