Phrase lesson
How do you say "Could you help me?" in Japanese?
Could you help me?
Answer
Two layers, same practical line
てつだってもらえますか
てつだって もらえますか
tetsudatte moraemasu ka
Lesson body
Phrase breakdown and usage notes
Quick use
Use てつだってもらえますか (tetsudatte moraemasu ka) when you need help from someone.
It is useful when you cannot complete a form, machine, payment, route check, or small task by yourself.
Chunk or pattern
- This is a fixed phrase.
- Learn the whole line first.
- It is softer than a direct command and works well with staff or people you do not know.
Helper words and endings
てつだって: help.もらえますか: asks if someone can do something for you.
Practical note
This asks for help generally. If you need a specific action, add or show the thing you are stuck on.
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