How to say “Are you free this weekend” in Japanese

週末は暇ですか
しゅうまつはひまですかshūmatsu wa hima desu ka
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The short answer

“Are you free this weekend” in Japanese is 週末は暇ですか (しゅうまつはひまですか), pronounced shūmatsu wa hima desu ka.

Pronunciation

The phrase has 10 beats (morae), each about the same length. Tap a syllable to hear it, or use the play button above for the whole phrase:

How to use it

A gentle way to invite someone. Follow up with .

Example sentences

  • 週末は暇ですか。しゅうまつはひまですか。
    Are you free this weekend?
  • 土曜日、空いていますか。どようび、あいていますか。
    Are you free on Saturday?

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FAQ

How do you say Are you free this weekend in Japanese?

Are you free this weekend in Japanese is 週末は暇ですか (しゅうまつはひまですか), pronounced “shūmatsu wa hima desu ka”.

How do you write Are you free this weekend in Japanese?

It's written 週末は暇ですか with kanji, or しゅうまつはひまですか in hiragana. Both are read shūmatsu wa hima desu ka.