Shared_Accommodation

Shared · Accommodation

3 scenarios · 3 phrases

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Real Japanese phrases for shared · accommodation 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, I heard a strange noise, was everything alright?
- Casual — to friend
  すみません、変な音に聞こえたのですが、何かありましたか？
  すみません、へんなおとにきこえたのですが、なにかありましたか？
  N4
Excuse me, would it be okay to use the microwave here?
- Formal — to staff
  すみません、ここで電子レンジを使っても大丈夫でしょうか？
  すみません、ここででんしレンジをつかってもだいじょうぶでしょうか？
  N4
Excuse me, could you please lower your voice a little?
- Casual — to friend
  すみません、少し声を小さくしていただけませんか？
  すみません、すこしこえをちいさくしていただけませんか？
  N4