Japanese phrase
今回は遠慮させていただきます。 kon kai wa en ryo sa se te i ta da ki ma su
Meaning
I will have to pass this time.
When to use it
A polite way to decline an offer or invitation for now. It sounds formal and considerate, often leaving the reason unstated.
Example dialogue
よかったら一緒に行きませんか？ yo ka tta ra is sho ni i ki ma se n ka
Would you like to come along?
今回は遠慮させていただきます。 kon kai wa en ryo sa se te i ta da ki ma su
I will have to pass this time.