Japanese phrase
一言よろしいでしょうか？ hito koto yo ro shi i de shō ka
Meaning
Could I speak with you for a moment?
When to use it
Politely asks for a brief conversation. It sounds formal and respectful, especially when speaking to a senior person or raising a private matter at work.
Example dialogue
課長、一言よろしいでしょうか？ ka chō hito koto yo ro shi i de shō ka
Could I speak with you for a moment?
ええ、どうぞ。 ē dō zo
Sure, go ahead.