Chinese phrase
我可以试穿〜吗? wǒ ké yǐ shì chuān 〜 ma
Meaning
Can I try on ___?
When to use it
A polite way to ask permission to try on clothing. The item name follows the phrase. It is common in shops before using a fitting room.
Example dialogue
请问 我可以试穿 这件外套 吗? qǐng wèn wǒ ké yǐ shì chuān zhè jiàn wài tào ma
Excuse me, can I try on this jacket?
可以,试衣间在那边。 ké yǐ shì yī jiān zài nà biān
Yes, the fitting room is over there.