French phrase
Je vous remercie, mais je ne peux pas ~.
Meaning
Thank you, but I can't ___.
When to use it
A polite way to decline an offer or request. It often softens the refusal with a reason or alternative.
Example dialogue
Pouvez-vous m'aider avec ce dossier ?
Could you help me with this file?
Je vous remercie, mais je ne peux pas vous aider.
Thank you, but I can't help you.