Japanese phrase

手伝いましょうか? te tsuda i ma shō ka

Meaning

Can I help?

When to use it

Offers help in a polite and considerate way. It is common when someone seems to need assistance, and it sounds friendly without being forceful.

Example dialogue

荷物、重そうですね。 ni motsu jū sō de su ne

That bag looks heavy.

手伝いましょうか? te tsuda i ma shō ka

Can I help?

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