How do you say "If it's okay," in Japanese?

"If it's okay," in Japanese is "もしよかったら、". This phrase is commonly used in Japan.

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How to Say ‘If it's okay,’ in Japanese

Q: What does "もしよかったら、" mean in English?

"もしよかったら、" means "If it's okay," in English. Usage tip: [もし] + [よかったら] makes the request even softer. It is a very natural setup before asking someone to help with your project.

もしよかったら、

moshi yokatsu tara

[moh-shee yoh-kaht tah-rah]

💬 Usage Tip: [もし] + [よかったら] makes the request even softer. It is a very natural setup before asking someone to help with your project.

🇯🇵 In Japan: Japanese communication often values indirectness and kindness. This phrase is a perfect example of how to ask without sounding demanding.

Phrase Breakdown

もし

moshi

[moh-shee]

Used to gently introduce a request or suggestion.

Example

もしよかったら、話を聞いてください。

If you'd like, please listen to my story.

よかったら

yokatsu tara

if you'd like; if it's okay; if convenient

A very polite, soft way to make a suggestion or offer.

Example

よかったら、これをどうぞ。

If you'd like, please take this.

Words in this phrase

よかっ

yokatsu

[yoh-kaht]

good; okay

Part of よかったら, a soft and polite way to say 'if it's okay with you.'

Example

よかっら写真を見てください。

If it's okay, please look at the photos.

たら

tara

[tah-rah]

Conditional ending that helps make the phrase a polite invitation.

Example

よかったら来てください。

If you'd like, please come.

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