Japanese phrase
___は許可されていますか？ ___ wa kyo ka sa re te i ma su ka
Meaning
Is ___ allowed?
When to use it
Asks whether an action or item is permitted. It is polite and neutral, and suits rules, applications, and everyday questions.
Example dialogue
写真撮影は許可されていますか？ sha shin satsu ei wa kyo ka sa re te i ma su ka
Is photography allowed?
はい、問題ありません。 ha i mon dai a ri ma se n
Yes, it is fine.