How to Say ‘Preference’ in Japanese
ご希望
go kibou
[goh kee-boh]
💬 Usage Tip: [希望] means a wish or preference, and [ご希望] is the polite version often used by staff. You'll hear it in patterns like [ご希望はありますか] and [ご希望のお時間].
Phrase Breakdown
ご
go
[goh]
honorific prefix
A polite prefix added to make the word more respectful.
ご希望があればお知らせください。
If you have a preference, please let us know.
希望
kibou
[kee-boh]
preference / wish
Something you want or prefer, such as a table type or seating area.
お席のご希望はありますか。
Do you have any seating preferences?
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