ください

Alternative writings: 下さい
JLPT:N5
Frequency:
1

Please (give me) — polite request for something (imperative form of くださる).

ExpressionUsually KanaHonorific or Respectful (Sonkeigo) Language

Examples

水をください。

Please give me some water.

この資料を一部くださいませんか?

Could you give me a copy of this document, please?

その席を譲ってください。

Please give up that seat.

2

Please (do ...) — used after the te-form of a verb or an honorific-prefixed noun to politely request an action.

ExpressionUsually KanaHonorific or Respectful (Sonkeigo) Language

Examples

窓を開けてください。

Please open the window.

どうぞお入りください。

Please come in.

名前を書いてください。

Please write your name.

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