Ask for common polite phrases to get staff attention
Culinary Adventures: How to Order Food & Drinks in Japanese Restaurants: Ask for common polite phrases to get staff attention
Common polite phrases to get staff attention include:
- “Excuse me”
- “Sorry to bother you”
- “Pardon me”
- “May I please have your attention?”
- “Could you please help me?”
- “I was wondering if you had a moment”
- “Do you have a moment?”
- “Would you mind helping me?”
- “Could I please get your opinion?”
- “After you” (to politely let them go first)
These phrases are respectful and soften the request when trying to get someone’s attention, especially in professional or public settings. 1, 3, 5, 8