Japanese phrase
手伝ってください。 te tsuda tte ku da sa i
Meaning
Please help me.
When to use it
A respectful request for assistance. It is direct but gentle enough for everyday use with strangers, coworkers, or acquaintances.
Example dialogue
この箱を運ぶので、手伝ってください。 ko no bako o hako bu no de te tsuda tte ku da sa i
I need to carry this box, so could you help me, please?
わかりました、手伝います。 wa ka ri ma shi ta te tsuda i ma su
Okay, I will help.