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🍽️ Dining & Drinks

How to say “What do you recommend?” in Japanese

おすすめ は なんですか

Osusume wa nan desu ka

normal / slow

Word-by-word breakdown

  • おすすめosusumerecommendation
  • はwa(topic particle)
  • なんですかnan desu kawhat is it?

Usage & culture tip

Great way to discover the chef's seasonal specialties and house favorites.

Good for: Ordering food and drinks at restaurants, cafes and izakaya.

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