मतलब
A polite way to ask for the bill at a restaurant or shop.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
In Japan, it is common to pay at the register near the exit rather than at the table, unless it is a high-end or traditional restaurant. 'O-aiso' is often used when you want the bill brought to your seat. The phrase is strongly associated with 'Edokko' (native Tokyoite) culture. It reflects a brisk, no-nonsense but polite way of handling money in the old merchant districts. Using 'O-aiso' at a sushi bar is a sign that you are a 'tsuu' (connoisseur). However, never use it to mean 'the food was bad'—it is always a polite request. Younger Japanese people are increasingly using 'Check' or 'O-kaikei' even in traditional shops, as 'O-aiso' can feel a bit 'old man-ish' (oyaji-kusai) to some.
The 'X' Sign
If the restaurant is too loud to shout, make an 'X' with your index fingers. It's the universal Japanese sign for 'O-aiso'.
The Regular's Vibe
Using 'O-aiso' makes you sound like a regular. If you want to blend in at a local spot, this is your go-to phrase.
मतलब
A polite way to ask for the bill at a restaurant or shop.
The 'X' Sign
If the restaurant is too loud to shout, make an 'X' with your index fingers. It's the universal Japanese sign for 'O-aiso'.
The Regular's Vibe
Using 'O-aiso' makes you sound like a regular. If you want to blend in at a local spot, this is your go-to phrase.
Not for Friends
Never use this when a friend treats you to dinner. It's only for commercial transactions with a shop.
खुद को परखो
Which phrase is most appropriate at a traditional sushi counter?
You just finished your omakase course. What do you say?
'O-aiso onegaishimasu' is the classic, polite way to ask for the bill in a sushi shop.
Complete the phrase to ask for the bill politely.
お____お願いします。
The full phrase is 'O-aiso onegaishimasu'.
Match the phrase to the correct restaurant type.
Where should you use 'O-aiso onegaishimasu'?
It is best suited for traditional Japanese environments.
Fill in the customer's line.
Staff: お食事は以上でよろしいですか？ (Is that all for your meal?) Customer: はい。________________。
The customer is confirming they are finished and asking for the bill.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
Where to use O-aiso vs O-kaikei
Use O-aiso
- • Sushi Shops
- • Izakayas
- • Traditional Inns
- • Local Bars
Use O-kaikei
- • Department Stores
- • Modern Cafes
- • Family Restaurants
- • Hotels
अभ्यास बैंक
4 अभ्यासYou just finished your omakase course. What do you say?
'O-aiso onegaishimasu' is the classic, polite way to ask for the bill in a sushi shop.
お____お願いします。
The full phrase is 'O-aiso onegaishimasu'.
Where should you use 'O-aiso onegaishimasu'?
It is best suited for traditional Japanese environments.
Staff: お食事は以上でよろしいですか？ (Is that all for your meal?) Customer: はい。________________。
The customer is confirming they are finished and asking for the bill.
🎉 स्कोर: /4
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
5 सवालNo, it is polite. However, some purists think customers shouldn't use shop jargon. For 99% of situations, it's perfectly fine.
Usually, ramen shops use vending machines or you pay at the counter. If it's a sit-down ramen shop, 'O-kaikei' is more common, but 'O-aiso' is understood.
Say 'Betsu-betsu de, o-aiso onegaishimasu.'
Yes, absolutely. It has a slightly 'masculine' history, but today it is gender-neutral and polite for everyone.
You can! 'Check onegaishimasu' is very common. 'O-aiso' just sounds more traditional and 'Japanese'.
संबंधित मुहावरे
お{会計|かいけい}お{願|ねが}いします
synonymThe standard way to ask for the bill.
お{勘定|かんじょう}お{願|ねが}いします
similarA slightly more formal way to ask for the bill.
ごちそうさまでした
builds onThank you for the meal.
チェックお{願|ねが}いします
similarCheck, please.
