Japanese phrase
___は開催されていますか? ___ wa kai sai sa re te i ma su ka
Meaning
Is ___ taking place?
When to use it
Asks if an event is taking place. It is a polite way to check plans for a festival, meeting, exhibition, or other organized event.
Example dialogue
市民祭りは開催されていますか? shi min matsu ri wa kai sai sa re te i ma su ka
Is the community festival taking place?
はい、今週末に開催されます。 ha i kon shū matsu ni kai sai sa re ma su
Yes, it will be held this weekend.