いくつありますか

ikutsu arimasu ka
phraseBeginner how many are there
formal

A polite question asking about the quantity of something

この店にはいくつのテーブルがありますか?

How many tables are there in this store?

💡

This phrase is commonly used in formal and polite contexts to inquire about quantities.

Related Phrases

💡Pro Tip

Politeness

Use this phrase in formal or polite contexts, such as in stores or with strangers.

Gold Rule

Polite Inquiry

This phrase is the polite way to ask about quantities, similar to 'How many are there?' in English.

📖Word Origin

Combination of 'いくつ' (how many) + 'あります' (to be, polite form)

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is used to politely ask about the quantity of items or people. It is more formal than 'いくつある?'

Word Breakdown

いくつ
how many
interrogative
+
あります
to be (polite form)
verb
+
question marker
particle
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