Chinese phrase
公共空间可以用吗？ gōng gòng kōng jiān ké yǐ yòng ma
Meaning
Can I use the common area?
When to use it
Asks whether it is allowed to use a common or shared area. It is a simple, polite question used in homes, offices, or other buildings.
Example dialogue
打扰一下，公共空间可以用吗？ dá rǎo yí xià gōng gòng kōng jiān ké yǐ yòng ma
Excuse me, can I use the common area?
可以，不过请保持安静。 ké yǐ bú guò qǐng bǎo chí ān jìng
Sure, but please keep quiet.