Spanish phrase

¿Se puede ~?

Meaning

Can one ___?

When to use it

Asks permission to do something. Used politely in everyday situations to request whether an action is allowed.

Example dialogue

¿Se puede sacar fotos aquí?

Can one take photos here?

Sí, pero sin flash.

Yes, but without flash.

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