How do you say "Can you do it?" in Japanese?

Quick use

Use できますか (dekimasu ka) when you want to ask whether something is possible.

It can mean “Can you do it?”, “Can this be done?”, or “Is it possible?” depending on the situation.

Chunk or pattern

• This is a fixed phrase.
• Learn the whole line first.
• To be clearer, add the action or timing before it: きょうできますか, ここでできますか.

Helper words and endings

• できます: can do / is possible.
• ますか: polite question ending after a verb.

Practical note

This is useful, but broad. When the situation is unclear, show the form, item, or screen while asking.