Can you...? / Can I...?

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🙏 Can You...? Can I...?

Use can for polite requests and permission too. Can you ...? asks another person to do something. Can I ...? asks if something is allowed. The form is simple and friendly.

  • Example: Can you help me?
  • Example: Can I use your pen?

Quick Rule

  • Can you ...? = request
  • Can I ...? = permission

A little can can open a lot of doors.