How to Say ‘Can I ask’ in Simplified Chinese
我可以问
wǒ kě yǐ wèn
[wǒ kěyǐ wèn]
💬 Usage Tip: Chinese often says 我可以 + verb for "Can I …?" Here 问 is "ask," but you can reuse the frame with other verbs, like 我可以看看吗？ "Can I take a look?".
Phrase Breakdown
我
wǒ
[wǒ]
I can ask
Used when seeking permission to ask something.
我可以问你一个问题吗？
Can I ask you a question?
可以
kě yǐ
[kěyǐ]
can
Indicates ability or permission to do something.
我可以帮你。
I can help you.
问
wèn
[wèn]
ask
To inquire about something.
你可以问老师。
You can ask the teacher.
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