JLPT N5 Beginner
何方
「どなた」
Polite way to ask who, where, or which one.
Readings
Other forms
どっち casual
どなた様 very polite
どちら様 very polite
1 Pronoun
Who" (Polite)
A respectful interrogative used to inquire about a person’s identity.
2 Pronoun
Where" / "Which one"
Designates a direction, location, or a choice between two options with a higher degree of formality.
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3 Pronoun
Who" / "Which Person"
Inquires about a person’s identity, family, or organizational affiliation with indirect politeness.
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