Basics
Lesson 40 — Asking someone a favour
Ask someone to do something for you, at a politeness that matches the size of the favour.
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You can make a request or grant permission politely, using words such as would and could.
Would や Could などを使って、依頼や許可を丁寧に伝えることができる。
Phrase of the day今日のフレーズ
Could you give me a hand with this?
これ、手伝っていただけますか？
Situation場面
Miho asks Nancy for help with something awkward to carry.
ミホはナンシーに、運びにくい荷物を手伝ってほしいと頼みます。
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Takeaway
Match the politeness to the size of the ask, and leave them room to say no.