Japanese phrase
___はできません。 ___ wa de ki ma se n
Meaning
___ is not possible.
When to use it
States that an action or option is not possible. It is a polite but direct refusal, often used when rules, limits, or circumstances prevent something.
Example dialogue
今日、予約できますか？ kyō yo yaku de ki ma su ka
Can I make a reservation today?
すみません、予約はできません。 su mi ma se n yo yaku wa de ki ma se n
Sorry, reservations are not possible.