Japanese phrase
___を充電できますか？ ___ o jū den de ki ma su ka
Meaning
Can I charge ___?
When to use it
Asks whether it is possible to charge a device. This polite request is useful when seeking access to a power outlet in a cafe, hotel, or station.
Example dialogue
すみません、携帯電話を充電できますか？ su mi ma se n kei tai den wa o jū den de ki ma su ka
Excuse me, can I charge my phone?
はい、こちらをどうぞ。 ha i ko chi ra o dō zo
Sure, here you go.