Phrase lesson
How do you say "Is it on sale?" in Japanese?
Is it on sale?
Answer
Two layers, same practical line
セールですか
セール ですか
seeru desu ka
Lesson body
Phrase breakdown and usage notes
Quick use
Use セールですか (seeru desu ka) while shopping when you check whether something is discounted. Learn it as a ready-to-use line you can say smoothly.
Chunk or pattern
- This is a fixed phrase.
- Learn the whole line first instead of rebuilding it word by word.
- Once it feels automatic, it becomes much easier to use under pressure.
Helper words and endings
ですか: polite question ending.
Practical note
Pointing at the item or screen usually makes the answer faster and clearer.
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