Meaning
To possess an inquiry.
Cultural Background
Asking questions is often delayed until the end of a presentation to avoid interrupting the flow. Questions are often encouraged during the presentation to ensure immediate understanding. Using 'gozaimasu' shows high respect to clients.
Use 'ga'
Always use 'ga' with 'aru' to mark the question as the subject.
Be polite
In Japan, adding 'sumimasen' before this phrase makes it much softer.
Meaning
To possess an inquiry.
Use 'ga'
Always use 'ga' with 'aru' to mark the question as the subject.
Be polite
In Japan, adding 'sumimasen' before this phrase makes it much softer.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct particle.
質問___あります。
The subject marker 'ga' is used with 'aru'.
Which is the most polite?
Which phrase is best for a boss?
The 'masu' form is required for business.
Complete the dialogue.
A: (I have a question). B: はい、どうぞ。
Polite context requires 'arimasu'.
Match the register.
Match the phrase to the register.
These are the correct register levels.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercises質問___あります。
The subject marker 'ga' is used with 'aru'.
Which phrase is best for a boss?
The 'masu' form is required for business.
A: (I have a question). B: はい、どうぞ。
Polite context requires 'arimasu'.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
These are the correct register levels.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsYes, but use 'shitsumon ga aru' without 'masu'.
You can say 'shitsumon ga takusan arimasu'.
It is polite if you use this phrase to ask for permission.
Japanese uses 'aru' for abstract existence.
It's possible but less common than 'shitsumon ga arimasu'.
Say 'shitsumon wa arimasen'.
Related Phrases
質問する
specialized formTo ask a question
教えてください
similarPlease tell me
確認したいのですが
builds onI want to confirm
