Japanese phrase

___はどちらですか? ___ wa do chi ra de su ka

Meaning

Where can I find ___?

When to use it

Politely asks for the location of a person or place. It is useful when requesting directions in a public place or unfamiliar area.

Example dialogue

すみません、お手洗いはどちらですか? su mi ma se n o te ara i wa do chi ra de su ka

Excuse me where can I find the restroom?

廊下の左手です。 rō ka no hidari te de su

It is on the left down the hall.

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