Korean phrase
~ 사용할 수 있어요? ~ sa yong hal ssu i sseo yo
Meaning
Can I use ___?
When to use it
This is a polite request for permission to use something. It works well with staff or people met for the first time and has a gentle, respectful tone.
Example dialogue
휴대폰을 사용할 수 있어요? hyu dae po neul sa yong hal ssu i sseo yo
Can I use the phone?
네, 잠깐만요. ne cham kkan ma nyo
Yes, just a moment.