Asking for and Giving Permission
Asking for and Giving Permission
Guidelines for Asking for Permission:
When you request permission to use something that belongs to someone else, it's important to be polite. Including "please" in your request is highly recommended to convey respect and courtesy.
Expressions for Asking for Permission:
- Can I go out, please?
- May I open the window, please?
- Please, can I have a look at your photo album?
- Please, may I taste that hot spicy couscous dish?
- Do you mind if I smoke?
- Would you mind if I asked you something?
- Is it okay if I sit here?
- Would it be all right if I borrowed your mobile phone?
Expressions for Giving Permission:
- Yes, please do.
- Sure, go ahead.
- Sure.
- No problem.
- Please feel free.
Expressions for Refusing Permission:
- No, please don’t.
- I’m sorry, but that’s not possible.
- I'm afraid, but you can't.
Sample Dialogue:
Liza, an eight-year-old, is asking her mother for permission to use the computer...
Liza:
Please, Mum, can I use the computer?
Her mother:
No, dear, you can't. It's time to go to bed.
Liza:
May I read a story before I sleep?
Her mother:
Sure! But try to sleep early.
Liza:
Thanks a lot, Mummy.