Korean phrase
~ 할 수 있어요? ~ hal ssu i sseo yo
Meaning
Is it possible to ___?
When to use it
A polite way to ask if an action is possible or allowed. It can ask about permission or whether the needed facilities are available, but it is not usually used to request a large favor.
Example dialogue
사진 촬영 할 수 있어요? sa jin chwa ryeong hal ssu i sseo yo
Can I take photos?
죄송하지만 촬영은 안 돼요. choe song ha ji man chwa ryeong eun an twae yo
I'm sorry, but taking photos isn't allowed.