Izakaya_Cafe

Izakaya · Cafe

2 scenarios · 2 phrases

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Real Japanese phrases for izakaya · cafe situations. Each phrase is paired with its formal (keigo) and casual counterpart so you can pick the right register for who you're talking to. Tap any phrase to see audio, romaji, kana, the likely reply, and the gesture / etiquette note that goes with it.

Each phrase is crafted to native-quality standards, then reviewed by the operator for meaning, naturalness, and the formal/casual distinction before it ships.

Excuse me, my phone battery is almost dead. May I borrow an outlet?
- Formal — to staff
  すみません、携帯の充電が切れそうで、コンセントをお借りできますか？
  すみません、けいたいのじゅうでんがきれそうで、コンセントをおかりできますか？
  N3
Excuse me, would it be alright if I charged my phone just for a little while?
- Formal — to staff
  すみません、少しだけ携帯を充電させていただいてもよろしいでしょうか？
  すみません、すこしだけけいたいをじゅうでんさせていただいてもよろしいでしょうか？
  N3