Japanese

おねがい
Meaning: request; favor; wish; prayer
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

最後にお願いがあります。
I have one last request.
これからもよろしくお願いします。
I look forward to working with you from now on.
私は田中と申します。よろしくお願いいたします。
I am Tanaka. Nice to meet you.
カードでお支払いをお願いします。
I'd like to pay by card, please.
来客の方は、まず一階の受付で記帳をお願いします。
Visitors, please first sign in at the reception desk on the first floor.

Usage Notes

Polite form of '願い' (wish/request). Used when asking someone for a favor or when making a prayer.

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