Chinese phrase
可以给我〜吗？ ké yǐ gěi wǒ 〜 ma
Meaning
Could you give me ___?
When to use it
This is a polite request for someone to give something. It is common in everyday situations and has a friendly, respectful tone.
Example dialogue
这菜太淡了，可以给我盐吗？ zhè cài tài dàn le ké yǐ gěi wǒ yán ma
This dish is too bland, so could you give me some salt?
给你，别客气。 gěi nǐ bié kè qì
Here you go, no problem.