Chinese phrase
《〜》在架吗？ 〜 zài jià ma
Meaning
Is ___ on the shelf?
When to use it
Asks whether a book is currently on a shelf. It is a polite way to check if a book is available in a library or bookstore.
Example dialogue
请问这本 《留学手册》在架吗？ qǐng wèn zhè běn liú xué shǒu cè zài jià ma
Excuse me, is this study abroad handbook on the shelf?
在的，就在二楼留学区，我带你过去。 zài de jiù zài èr lóu liú xué qū wǒ dài nǐ guò qù
Yes, it is, right in the study abroad section on the second floor. I'll show you the way.