Japanese phrase
___を脱いでもいいですか？ ___ o nu i de mo i i de su ka
Meaning
Is it okay if I take off ___?
When to use it
Checks whether removing something being worn is acceptable. The wording is polite and natural when comfort, custom, or the surrounding situation makes permission relevant.
Example dialogue
少し暑くなってきました。 suko shi atsu ku na tte ki ma shi ta
It's getting a little hot.
コートを脱いでもいいですか？ kō to o nu i de mo i i de su ka
Is it okay if I take off my coat?