Phrase lesson

How do you say "Can I call you?" in Japanese?

Home連絡

Can I call you?

Answer

Two layers, same practical line

でんわしてもいいですか

でんわ して も / いいですか

denwa shite mo / ii desu ka

Lesson body

Phrase breakdown and usage notes

Quick use

Use でんわしてもいいですか (denwa shite mo ii desu ka) when dealing with your home, landlord, or delivery when you ask about calling, sending photos, or contacting someone. It helps you move the conversation to the important point quickly.

Chunk or pattern

  • Reusable pattern: 〜 て も / いいですか
  • Replace the part with the thing, place, document, item, or action you need in that scene.
  • Good swaps here: ここでまって, しゃしんをとって, あとでそうだんして.

Helper words and endings

  • てもいいですか: asks for permission, like "is it okay if I ...?"
  • ですか: polite question ending.

Practical note

Giving the problem clearly first usually helps landlords, building staff, and repair staff respond faster.

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