Korean phrase
~에 가까이 가도 돼요? ~ e ka kka i ka do twae yo
Meaning
Is it okay if I go closer to ___?
When to use it
This politely asks if moving closer to something is allowed. It does not by itself ask for permission to touch it.
Example dialogue
이 전시물 에 가까이 가도 돼요? i cheon si mul e ka kka i ka do twae yo
Is it okay if I go closer to this exhibit?
아니요, 만지면 안 돼요. 유리 깨질 수 있어요. a ni yo man ji myeon an twae yo yu ri kkae jil ssu i sseo yo
No, don't touch it. The glass could break.