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masen ka

mashoo

The speaker makes a suggestion by using the "verb-masen ka" form. The "Verb-mashoo" form shows a stronger volition. In accepting the invitation, the "verb-mashoo" form is used.

A : Keeki o tabemasen ka.	A : Would you like some cake?
B : Ee, itadakimasu.	B : Yes, I'd like some.

A : Biiru o nomimasen ka.	A : Would you like some beer?
B : Iie, kekkoo desu.	B : No thank you.

A : Tenisu o shimasen ka.	A : Would you like to play tennis?
B : Ee, shimashoo.	B : Yes, let's.

A : Kaerimashoo.	A : Let's go home.
B : Ee, kaerimashoo.	B : Yes, let's.