French phrase
Pouvez-vous écrire le nom de ~ ?
Meaning
Could you write the name of ___?
When to use it
A polite request to write someone's name. Common in shops and at service counters, especially with unfamiliar or senior people.
Example dialogue
Pouvez-vous écrire le nom de la personne ?
Could you write the person's name?
Oui, bien sûr, c'est David Martin.
Yes, of course. It's David Martin.