Japanese phrase
___でお願いできますか？ ___ de o nega i de ki ma su ka
Meaning
Could I have ___, please?
When to use it
Politely asks for a requested item, choice, or arrangement. It is a soft way to make a request in shops, restaurants, and other everyday situations.
Example dialogue
窓側の席でお願いできますか？ mado gawa no seki de o nega i de ki ma su ka
Could I have a window seat, please?
はい、空いています。 ha i a i te i ma su
Yes, one is available.