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    3. よろしければ

    よろしければ

    よろしければ

    This phrase is a polite way to ask someone if they want something. You can also use it to offer something. It means 'if it is okay with you'.

    N3KMT3PoliteStandardDiscourse MarkerMixedCushion Words BusinessGrammar

    よろしければPrimary

    This phrase is a polite way to ask someone if they want something. You can also use it to offer something. It means 'if it is okay with you'.

    よろしければ、こちらの資し料りょうにご記き入にゅういただけますでしょうか。

    If you don't mind, could you please fill out this form?

    PoliteNon PastAffirmativeClause InitialRequestWork & CareerBusiness & Finance
    よろしければ、コーヒーでもいかがですか。

    If you'd like, how about some coffee?

    PoliteNon PastAffirmativeClause InitialInvitationFood & DiningDaily Life
    よろしければ、明あし日たの会かい議ぎには参さん加かしなくても結けっ構こうです。

    If it's alright with you, it's fine if you don't attend tomorrow's meeting.

    PoliteNon PastNegativeClause InitialPermissionWork & Career
    部ぶ長ちょうは、よろしければ手て伝つだってほしいとおっしゃっていました。

    The department manager said that he would like you to help, if you are able.

    RespectfulPastAffirmativeMid SentenceHearsayWork & CareerBusiness & Finance
    よろしければ、この件けんは私わたしが担たん当とういたしましょうか。

    If it's alright, shall I be in charge of this matter?

    HumbleNon PastAffirmativeClause InitialVolitionalWork & CareerBusiness & Finance

    This is like 'if there is no problem'. But 'よろしければ' is about your feelings. 'If it's good for you'. The other phrase is more formal. It asks if there is a real problem or barrier.

    Watch out: Do not mix up よろしければ and よければ. よければ is for friends. よろしければ is polite. Use よろしければ with people you do not know well. Use it with people like your boss or teachers.

    Use this when you want to ask for something politely. It makes your request soft. It shows you care about the other person. They can say yes or no easily.

    Less formal alternatives(1)

    差し支えなければ

    You use this phrase to ask if something is okay. It means 'if it's not a problem for you.'

    〜い / 〜かった

    This is the basic form of an い-adjective. It describes a quality of something. You use it for present or past qualities.

    条件形 (えば)

    This grammar means 'if' or 'when'. You use it for things that are generally true. You also use it for advice or ideas.

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