French phrase
Pouvez-vous me laisser ~ ?
Meaning
Could you let me ___?
When to use it
A very polite way to ask for permission to do something. It suits formal situations and respectful requests.
Example dialogue
Pouvez-vous me laisser entrer ?
Could you let me come in?
Oui, entrez, s'il vous plaît.
Yes, please come in.