Japanese phrase
___てもよろしいですか？ ___ te mo yo ro shi i de su ka
Meaning
Could I ___?
When to use it
Politely asks whether something may be done. This respectful form is common when requesting approval in formal or professional situations.
Example dialogue
先に帰ってもよろしいですか？ saki ni kaet te mo yo ro shi i de su ka
Could I leave early?
はい、どうぞ。 ha i dō zo
Yes, go ahead.