Markdown lesson
How do you say "Is it an express train?" in Japanese?
Use this in or around stations when you need to know the train type.
Is it an express train?
種別確認
Use きゅうこうですか (kyuukou desu ka) in or around stations when you need to know the train type. Treat it as a fixed phrase you learn as one practical chunk.
Answer
Two layers, same practical line
きゅうこうですか
きゅうこう ですか
kyuukou desu ka
Lesson body
Rendered from one markdown file
Quick use
Use きゅうこうですか (kyuukou desu ka) in or around stations when you need to know the train type. 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
Station staff usually answer faster if they can also see the destination, map, or route on your phone.