A2 Expression Very Formal

~てもよろしいですか。

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May I do ~?

Meaning

A very polite way to ask for permission to do something.

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Cultural Background

Politeness is a social lubricant. Using this phrase shows you are a 'safe' and respectful person.

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The 'Te-form' is key

You cannot use this phrase without knowing the te-form of the verb.

Meaning

A very polite way to ask for permission to do something.

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The 'Te-form' is key

You cannot use this phrase without knowing the te-form of the verb.

Test Yourself

Fill in the blank with the correct form.

写真を撮って____よろしいですか。

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer:

The pattern is [Te-form] + mo + yoroshii.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the blank with the correct form. Fill Blank A2

写真を撮って____よろしいですか。

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer:

The pattern is [Te-form] + mo + yoroshii.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it will sound very strange and overly formal.

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