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.

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