How to Say ‘Is it OK?’ in Japanese
大丈夫ですか
daijoubu desu ka
[dye-joh-boh dess kah]
💬 Usage Tip: Checking phrase. Depending on context it can mean “Are you okay?” or “Is that acceptable?”
🇯🇵 In Japan: Confirming consent ([大丈夫ですか]) is a polite way to negotiate quiet hours without sounding bossy.
Phrase Breakdown
大丈夫
daijoubu
[dye-joh-boh]
okay; fine; no problem
Here it’s used in a question to confirm what’s acceptable. Often paired with a condition (何時までなら大丈夫ですか).
９時までなら大丈夫ですか。
Is it okay if it's until 9?
です
desu
[dess]
is; polite copula
Polite form of “to be.” Makes the question respectful, suitable for neighbors.
今は大丈夫です。
It's okay for now.
か
ka
[kah]
question particle (turns it into a question)
Placed at the end to ask a question politely: 〜ですか.
音は大丈夫ですか。
Is the sound okay?
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