Chinese phrase
可以约〜吗? ké yǐ yuē 〜 ma
Meaning
Can we schedule ___?
When to use it
Asks whether something can be scheduled. It is a polite way to suggest arranging a meeting, call, or other event.
Example dialogue
今天下午 可以约 电话会议 吗? jīn tiān xià wǔ ké yǐ yuē diàn huà huì yì ma
Can we schedule a conference call this afternoon?
可以,我下午三点有空,你发个会议邀请吧。 ké yǐ wǒ xià wǔ sān diǎn yǒu kòng nǐ fā gè huì yì yāo qǐng ba
Sure, I am free at 3 p.m. this afternoon, so please send a meeting invitation.