French phrase
Auriez-vous ~ ?
Meaning
Could you tell me ___?
When to use it
A polite way to ask for the time or other information. It is common with passersby or shop staff and sounds courteous.
Example dialogue
Auriez-vous l'heure ?
Could you tell me what time it is?
Il est quinze heures.
It's 3 p.m.