Japanese phrase
___中でも使えますか？ ___ chū de mo tsuka e ma su ka
Meaning
Can I use it even during ___?
When to use it
Asks if something still works in a specific context. The phrase gently confirms that the intended setting does not prevent its use.
Example dialogue
外出中でも使えますか？ gai shutsu chū de mo tsuka e ma su ka
Can I use it even while I am out?
はい、通信があれば大丈夫です。 ha i tsū shin ga a re ba dai jō bu de su
Yes, as long as you have a connection.