French phrase

La personne peut-elle ~ ?

Meaning

Can the person ___?

When to use it

Asks whether a third party can do something. It checks feasibility given the circumstances.

Example dialogue

La personne peut-elle parler à la réunion ?

Can the person speak at the meeting?

Il faut demander au responsable.

We need to ask the person in charge.

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