Chinese phrase
要我〜你吗? yào wǒ 〜 nǐ ma
Meaning
Do you want me to ___?
When to use it
It offers to do something and asks if that help is wanted. It is a polite, friendly way to offer help when someone may need assistance.
Example dialogue
这个箱子太重了。要我 帮 你吗? zhè ge xiāng zi tài zhòng le yào wǒ bāng nǐ ma
This box is too heavy. Do you want me to help you?
不用了,我自己可以搬。谢谢。 bú yòng le wǒ zì jǐ ké yǐ bān xiè xiè
No, I can carry it myself. Thanks.