French phrase
Pouvez-vous vous ~ ?
Meaning
Could you ___ yourself?
When to use it
A polite request to do something oneself. It is suitable for formal or unfamiliar situations and has a courteous, restrained tone.
Example dialogue
Pouvez-vous vous asseoir ?
Could you sit down?
Oui, je m'assieds tout de suite.
Yes, I'll sit down right away.