How to Say ‘That helps a lot.’ in Japanese
助かります。
tasukari masu
[tah-soo-kah-ree mahss]
💬 Usage Tip: [助かります] literally means "I am saved," but in natural English it often means "That helps a lot" or "I appreciate it."
🇯🇵 In Japan: This is a very Japanese-feeling phrase because it shows gratitude indirectly and modestly. It is common at work and in everyday favors.
Phrase Breakdown
助かり
tasukari
[tah-soo-kah-ree]
be helped; be useful
Verb stem used when saying something is helpful or appreciated.
その情報で助かります。
That information helps me.
ます
masu
[mahss]
polite verb ending
A standard polite ending attached to verbs.
少し待ちます。
I will wait a little.
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