Phrase lesson
How do you say "Can I still make it?" in Japanese?
Can I still make it?
Answer
Two layers, same practical line
まだまにあいますか
まだ まにあいますか
mada maniaimasu ka
Lesson body
Phrase breakdown and usage notes
Quick use
Use まだまにあいますか (mada maniaimasu ka) when you are worried you may miss a train, bus, appointment, or connection.
It asks, “Can I still make it?” in a very practical way.
Chunk or pattern
- This is a fixed phrase.
- Learn the whole line first instead of rebuilding it word by word.
- It is most useful when paired with a train time, destination, or ticket on your phone.
Core words
まだ: still / yet.まにあいます: make it in time.
Helper words and endings
ますか: polite question ending after a verb.
Practical note
If the answer is no, the next useful question is often つぎはいつですか (tsugi wa itsu desu ka) — “When is the next one?”
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