Japanese phrase
遅れていますか？ oku re te i ma su ka
Meaning
Is it running late?
When to use it
Checks whether someone or something is behind schedule. The question is simple and neutral, and often refers to a train, bus, meeting, or delivery.
Example dialogue
バスがまだ来ませんね。 ba su ga ma da ki ma se n ne
The bus is not here yet.
遅れていますか？ oku re te i ma su ka
Is it running late?