Japanese phrase
___は税控除の対象ですか？ ___ wa zei kō jo no tai shō de su ka
Meaning
Is ___ eligible for a tax deduction?
When to use it
Asks whether an item qualifies for a tax deduction. This polite question is used when checking tax rules with an office, accountant, or knowledgeable colleague.
Example dialogue
今年の医療費は税控除の対象ですか？ kotoshi no i ryō hi wa zei kō jo no tai shō de su ka
Are this year's medical expenses eligible for a tax deduction?
はい、領収書があれば対象です。 ha i ryō shū sho ga a re ba tai shō de su
Yes, they are eligible if you have receipts.