French phrase
Puis-je conserver ~ pendant l'interruption ?
Meaning
May I keep ___ during the break?
When to use it
Asks permission to keep something during a break. Often used for equipment or belongings, with safety concerns sometimes affecting the answer.
Example dialogue
Bonjour, Puis-je conserver mon ordinateur portable pendant l'interruption ?
Hello, may I keep my laptop during the break?
Non, il vaut mieux l'éteindre et le ranger pour la sécurité.
No, it would be better to turn it off and put it away for safety.