Chinese phrase
请〜上级 qǐng 〜 shàng jí
Meaning
ask ___ to consult a supervisor
When to use it
Politely ask someone to consult a supervisor. It is used when advice or approval is needed from a higher-ranking person.
Example dialogue
签证材料不明，能请你问上级怎么准备吗？ qiān zhèng cái liào bù míng néng qǐng nǐ wèn shàng jí zěn me zhǔn bèi ma
The visa paperwork is unclear. Could you ask your supervisor how to prepare it?
好的，我先问问上级再告诉你。 hǎo de wǒ xiān wèn wèn shàng jí zài gào sù nǐ
Okay, I will ask my supervisor first and then let you know.