ASKING PERMISSION

Asking permission when you ask for permission to use something that
belongs to somoene else you have to do your best to be polite.it is desirble
to use the word “please”
STRUKTURES ASKING

- Can I + Verb to Can informal-very informal

The use of “can i do something?” is very informal,andconcidered incorret by

many.however ,it is usedin eerydy informal speech and fo that has been included.

Example :
1. Can i go out tonight?

can he have dinner with us?

- may I +verb

Trdionaly,the use of”may i do somthing?” ha been used for asking permission.In

modern society.this from has become a little more formal and is often replaced with other
froms such as “can I..”and”could I...”many argue that “can I...”is incorret because it refersto
ability.however,this form is quite common in everyday situation.

Example:
1. May I have another piece of pie?
2. May we go out please go out with our friends tonight?
- Could I pleasa + verb

Example :

1. Could I please go with Tom to the movie?

2. Could we please go on trip this weekend?
- Do you think I could + verb
Example :
1. Do you think I could use your cell phone?
2. Do you think I could borrow your car?

- Would you mind if I + verb in past

 Example :

1. Would you mid my using your cellphone?

2. Would you min my playing your piano?
- Do you mind if I +verb in past

Exmple :

1. Do you mind if she stays?

2. Do you mind if go?
- Would you mind if I + Verb in past

Example:

1. Would you mind if I stayed a few more minutes?

2. Would you mind if took a five minute break?
- Would it be possible for me + infinitive

Example:
1. Would it be possible for me to use your computer for me to use your
computer for aa few minutes?
2. Would it be possible fo to study in this room

GIVING PERMISSION
If you would like to sy”yes”to soemone who asks permission using these phrases:

1. Sure
2. No problem
3. Go right head
4. Please feel free + infinite.