Korean phrase
~ 있어도 돼요? ~ i sseo do twae yo
Meaning
Can I stay ___?
When to use it
It politely asks whether staying somewhere is allowed. It is a gentle everyday way to ask for permission to remain in a place.
Example dialogue
여기 있어도 돼요? yeo gi i sseo do twae yo
Can I stay here?
네, 괜찮아요. ne kwaen cha na yo
Yes, that's fine.