Korean phrase
이 ~ 만져 봐도 돼? i ~ man jeo pwa do twae
Meaning
Can I touch this ___?
When to use it
This asks if it is okay to touch something. It is a casual but polite question, including when asking before touching an animal.
Example dialogue
이 토끼 만져 봐도 돼? i to kki man jeo pwa do twae
Can I touch this rabbit?
응, 토끼가 놀라지 않게 살살 만져. eung to kki ga nol la ji an ke sal sal man jeo
Yes, touch it gently so the rabbit doesn't get startled.