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N5 · Phrase guide

Kore o Kudasai — How to Buy Anything

これをください

これをください

This one, please

Nuance

Direct but acceptable in shops. Upgrading to お願いします sounds smoother in restaurants.

Cultural note

Point with an open hand, not a single finger, when saying これ. Staff often appreciate 〜をお願いします even more.

Examples

  • これをください。

    This one, please.

    Convenience store counter

  • 二つください。

    Two, please.

    Buying two items

Common mistakes

  • Pointing with one finger at people or items
  • Saying これはください (wrong particle)

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お願いしますすみません