Significado
Asking someone to pause or hold on.
Contexto cultural
Politeness is about minimizing the burden on others. Using the wrong level of politeness can be seen as unprofessional.
The 'Chotto' Buffer
Always add 'chotto' to make your request sound less like a command.
Significado
Asking someone to pause or hold on.
The 'Chotto' Buffer
Always add 'chotto' to make your request sound less like a command.
Ponte a prueba
Which is the most polite way to ask a stranger to wait?
Which phrase is correct?
The 'te-form' + 'kudasai' is the standard polite form.
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Politeness Levels
Casual
- • Chotto matte
Polite
- • Chotto matte kudasai
Business
- • Shōshō o-machi kudasai
Banco de ejercicios
1 ejerciciosWhich phrase is correct?
The 'te-form' + 'kudasai' is the standard polite form.
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Preguntas frecuentes
1 preguntasIt is okay, but '少々お待ちください' is better.
Frases relacionadas
少々お待ちください
specialized formPlease wait a moment (business)
ちょっと待って
similarWait!