French phrase
Pourrions-nous ~ ?
Meaning
Could we ___?
When to use it
A courteous way to seek agreement or permission. The phrasing is relatively formal and gently tentative.
Example dialogue
Pourrions-nous aller au cinéma ?
Could we go to the cinema?
Oui, bonne idée. Quelle séance ?
Yes, good idea. Which showing?