1.
business; matter to discuss; errand; purpose of contact
The specific matter or purpose one has when contacting or visiting someone. Often used when asking someone what they want or stating one's reason for calling.
ご用件は何でしょうか。
How may I help you? / What is the matter?
用件だけ伝えて電話を切った。
I just stated my business and hung up the phone.
急ぎの用件があるので、手短にお願いします。
I have urgent business, so please keep it brief.
USAGE:
用件 refers to the specific matter or purpose someone has when making contact. It is commonly used in business phone calls, reception desks, and email communication. ご用件 is the polite form.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- ご用件は？ (What is your business?)
- 用件を伝える (to convey one's business)
- 用件を済ませる (to take care of one's business)
- 急ぎの用件 (urgent matter)
SIMILAR WORDS:
要件 (same pronunciation) means "requirement" or "condition" — a common source of confusion. 用事 is a more casual word for "errand" or "something to do."