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How to Say ‘I'd like to ask about accessibility first.’ in Traditional Chinese

想先問無障礙設施。

xiǎng xiān wèn wú zhàng ài shè shī

[shyahng shyen wun woo jahng-eye shuh-shr]

💬 Usage Tip: Put [先] before the verb to say you're doing something first: [先問], [先確認], [先看看]. Here it softens the conversation by saying you're asking about accessibility before booking.

Phrase Breakdown

想先問

xiǎng xiān wèn

would like to ask first

Means wanting to ask something before deciding.

Example

我想先問一個問題。

I want to ask a question first.

Words in this phrase

xiǎng

[shyahng]

want to; would like to

Used to express a desire or intention to do something.

Example

我想先問無障礙設施。因為家人坐輪椅。

I’d like to ask first about the accessibility facilities because a family member uses a wheelchair.

xiān

[shyen]

first; in advance

Used when doing something before other actions.

Example

訂位前想先問無障礙設施。

Before making a reservation, I want to ask first about the accessibility facilities.

wèn

[wun]

ask

A general verb for asking a question or requesting information.

Example

我想先問無障礙設施。請問入口有坡道嗎?

I’d like to ask first about the accessibility facilities. Is there a ramp at the entrance?

無障礙設施

wú zhàng ài shè shī

accessible facilities

Facilities designed for people with disabilities or mobility needs.

Example

這裡有無障礙設施嗎?

Are there accessible facilities here?

Words in this phrase

[woo]

without; no; non-

In 無障礙, it contributes the meaning of “without” barriers.

Example

我想先問無障礙設施。這裡的無障礙做得完整嗎?

I’d like to ask first about the accessibility facilities. Are the barrier-free features here complete?

障礙

zhàng ài

[jahng-eye]

obstacle; barrier

Refers to something that blocks movement or access.

Example

我想先問無障礙設施。不要有高低障礙會比較方便。

I’d like to ask first about the accessibility facilities. It’s more convenient if there are no level barriers.

設施

shè shī

[shuh-shr]

facility; installation

Refers to physical features or equipment provided in a place.

Example

我想先問無障礙設施。你們有哪些相關設施?

I’d like to ask first about the accessibility facilities. What related facilities do you have?

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