Chinese phrase
请指示〜 qíng zhǐ shì 〜
Meaning
Could you please advise on ___?
When to use it
A polite request for advice on a specific matter. It is common in formal business communication when guidance or a decision is needed.
Example dialogue
我们在项目进度上遇到问题。 wǒ men zài xiàng mù jìn dù shàng yù dào wèn tí
We have run into a problem with the project schedule.
请指示 是否可以延长交期？ qíng zhǐ shì shì fǒu ké yǐ yán cháng jiāo qī
Could you please advise whether the delivery date can be extended?