French phrase
Je me permets de vous demander ~.
Meaning
May I ask you ___.
When to use it
A polite way to ask someone for something. It often signals deference or restraint in formal settings.
Example dialogue
Je me permets de vous demander si vous pouvez m'aider.
I would like to ask if you can help me.
Bien sûr, dites-moi ce dont vous avez besoin.
Of course, tell me what you need.