Korean phrase
~ 써도 돼요? ~ sseo do twae yo
Meaning
Is it okay to use ___?
When to use it
This politely asks for permission to use something. It is used for objects or tools with both familiar people and people of higher status, and the answer may still be no.
Example dialogue
이 펜 써도 돼요? i pen sseo do twae yo
Is it okay to use this pen?
네, 쓰세요. ne sseu se yo
Yes, please use it.