Japanese phrase
___てもいいですか？ ___ te mo i i de su ka
Meaning
Is it okay if I ___?
When to use it
Checks whether an action is allowed. It is a polite and useful request for permission in everyday conversation.
Example dialogue
ここに座ってもいいですか？ ko ko ni suwa t te mo i i de su ka
Is it okay if I sit here?
はい、どうぞ。 ha i dō zo
Yes, go ahead.