ごめんください
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Polite phrase combining 『御免』 (gomen, 'pardon') and 『ください』 (kudasai, 'please'). Used to request entry or attention, often when knocking on a door or entering a place.
Theme
User visits the home of their neighbor, Mrs. Tanaka, to return a borrowed book and needs to announce their presence at the door.
ごめんください
ごめんください
May I come in, Is anyone here
Basics & EssentialsGreetings & Expressions
Memory Hook
Picture yourself at a friend's door, knocking and calling out 'Go men kudasai!' — it sounds like 'Go men, please!' to ask 'May I come in?' or 'Is anyone here?' 'Go men kudasai' → 『ごめんください』 (gomen kudasai, 'May I come in, Is anyone here').
Cultural Note
『ごめんください』 (gomen kudasai) is a polite phrase used when entering someone's home or a shop to announce your presence. It's a common greeting in Japanese culture to show respect and avoid startling others. You might also hear it in traditional settings like ryokan (Japanese inns).
Forms
Base: ごめんくださいPolite phrase combining 『御免』 (gomen, 'pardon') and 『ください』 (kudasai, 'please'). Used to request entry or attention, often when knocking on a door or entering a place.