Japanese phrase
遅れます。 oku re ma su
Meaning
I am going to be late.
When to use it
Reports that someone will not arrive on time. The polite wording suits everyday messages and conversations with friends or coworkers.
Example dialogue
もう着きますか？ mō tsu ki ma su ka
Are you almost here?
すみません、遅れます。 su mi ma se n oku re ma su
Sorry, I am going to be late.