いくつですか

ikutsu desu ka
phraseBeginner how many
formal

A polite question asking for the quantity of something.

この本はいくつですか?

How many books are there?

このペンはいくつですか?

How many pens are there?

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This phrase is commonly used in formal and polite contexts, such as in stores or when asking about quantities.

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💡Pro Tip

Polite Form

This phrase is a polite way to ask about quantities, making it suitable for formal situations.

Gold Rule

Politeness

Always use this phrase when asking about quantities in formal or polite contexts.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the combination of 'いくつ' (how many) and 'ですか' (a polite question form).

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is used to politely ask about the quantity of items. It is a common and essential phrase in everyday Japanese conversations.

Word Breakdown

いくつ
how many
root
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ですか
polite question form
suffix
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