How to Say ‘May I ask which day you'd like to book?’ in Traditional Chinese
請問您想約哪一天？
qǐng wèn nín xiǎng yuē nǎ yī tiān
[ching wen nin shyang yweh nah yī tiān]
🇹🇼 In Taiwan: 請問 "may I ask" and 您, the polite "you," are standard for front-desk staff. Expect to hear this from the receptionist, not to say it yourself.
Phrase Breakdown
請問
qǐng wèn
[ching wen]
may I ask; excuse me
A polite phrase used before asking a question.
請問，現在有位子嗎？
Excuse me, are there seats available now?
您想約哪一天？
nín xiǎng yuē nǎ yī tiān
which day would you like to book?
您 (polite 'you') + 想 (would like) + 約 (to book / arrange) + 哪一天 (which day).
您想約幾點？
What time would you like to book?
Words in this phrase
您
nín
[nin]
you (polite)
A respectful form of addressing someone, often used in formal situations.
您好，歡迎來到我們的公司。
Hello, welcome to our company.
想
xiǎng
[shyang]
want to; would like to
Used to express desire or intention to do something.
我想多認識一些產業的人。
I want to get to know more people in the industry.
約
yuē
[yweh]
arrange; make an appointment
Used when setting a time to meet someone.
如果你方便，我們可以約下週見面。
If it's convenient for you, we can arrange to meet next week.
哪
nǎ
[nah]
which
Used in questions to ask about a choice among options.
你對哪一類工作有興趣？
Which type of work are you interested in?
一
yī
[yī]
one
Indicates a single item or unit.
我有一隻貓
I have one cat.
天
tiān
[tiān]
day
A period of 24 hours.
今天是星期一。
Today is Monday.
Get the Full Learning Experience
This lesson is just a preview. Download PrettyFluent to practice pronunciation, roleplay conversations, and master vocabulary with spaced repetition.
Pronunciation Feedback
AI-powered feedback on what you say out loud
Spaced Repetition
Retain vocabulary long-term with smart practice
Immersive Roleplaying
Practice real conversations with AI partners
Lessons for Your Situation
Request lessons tailored to your specific needs
Get Full LessonWhat Learners Are Saying
“Spent three months in Taiwan and this app was my lifeline. The tonal practice with real situations helped me sound less like a textbook and more like a person.”
Laura H., 28, Photographer
“I tried five different apps before this one. The roleplay conversations are what finally made things click. I actually remember what I learn now.”
Sofia R., 31, Marketing Manager
“Learning a language has never been as immediately impactful. Now I can charm the locals and navigate the food scene like a boss.”
Alex M., 42, Software Engineer