Chinese phrase
能不能折中为〜 néng bù néng zhé zhōng wèi 〜
Meaning
Could we compromise on ___?
When to use it
Asks whether a compromise can be reached. It is a polite way to suggest meeting in the middle when the current terms are difficult.
Example dialogue
付款方式一次付清有困难，我们能不能折中为先付七成？ fù kuǎn fāng shì yí cì fù qīng yǒu kùn nán wǒ men néng bù néng zhé zhōng wèi xiān fù qī chéng
Full payment is difficult; could we compromise by paying 70% up front?
先付七成可以，但余款要在交付前付清。 xiān fù qī chéng ké yǐ dàn yú kuǎn yào zài jiāo fù qián fù qīng
Paying 70% up front is possible, but the remaining balance must be paid in full before delivery.