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请问

phrase polite expressions

LanguageChinese (China)

Meaning
  1. Excuse me, may I ask...?
  2. This is a polite introductory phrase used to initiate a question or seek information from another person.
Examples

请问,现在几点?

Excuse me, what time is it now?

请问,邮局在哪里?

Excuse me, where is the post office?

Registerformal

Usage noteIt is commonly used at the beginning of a sentence to show respect when asking a stranger or a superior for information.

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