Register

2 scenarios · 4 phrases

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Real Japanese phrases for register 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.

I have my own bag. I don't need a bag.
- Formal — to staff
  エコバッグを持っています。袋は要りません。
  えこばっぐをもっています。ふくろはいりません。
  N4
- Casual — to friend
  エコバッグ持ってるから、袋はいらないよ。
  えこばっぐもってるから、ふくろはいらないよ。
  N4
Could you put these in separate bags?
- Formal — to staff
  これを分けて袋に入れてもらえますか？
  これをわけてふくろにいれてもらえますか？
  N4
- Casual — to friend
  これ、分けて袋に入れてもらえる？
  これ、わけてふくろにいれてもらえる？
  N4