How do you say "How can I help you?" in French?

"How can I help you?" in French is "Comment puis-je vous aider?". This phrase is commonly used in France.

What does "Comment puis-je vous aider?" mean in English?

"Comment puis-je vous aider?" means "How can I help you?" in English. Usage tip: Great formal opening for business interactions.

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How to Say ‘How can I help you?’ in French

Comment puis-je vous aider?

koh-mahn pwee zhuh voo eh-day

[koh-mahn pwee zhuh voo eh-day]

💬 Usage Tip: Great formal opening for business interactions.

🇫🇷 In France: Displays readiness to assist in a professional setting.

Phrase Breakdown

Comment

[koh-mahn]

How

Used to inquire about the manner or way of providing help.

Example

Comment puis-je vous aider avec votre demande?

How can I help you with your request?

Puis-je

pwee zhuh

Words in this phrase

puis

[pwee]

Can

Asks for permission or expresses ability in the first person.

Example

Puis-je examiner la montre pour vous aider?

Can I examine the watch to help you?

-je

[zhuh]

Refers to the person speaking.

Example

Puis-je aider à la réparation de votre montre?

Can I help with the repair of your watch?

Vous aider?

voo eh-day

Words in this phrase

vous

[voo]

You

Formal or plural pronoun for the person being addressed.

Example

Puis-je vous montrer la collection de montres?

Can I show you the collection of watches?

aider

[eh-day]

Help

Means to provide assistance.

Example

Comment puis-je vous aider à choisir une montre?

How can I help you choose a watch?

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