Chinese phrase
能给〜吗？ néng gěi 〜 ma
Meaning
Could you give me ___?
When to use it
It politely asks if someone can give the speaker something. The blank names the thing requested, and the wording suits respectful everyday requests.
Example dialogue
老师，您能给我一封推荐信吗？ lǎo shī nín néng gěi wǒ yì fēng tuī jiàn xìn ma
Professor, could you give me a letter of recommendation?
当然可以，什么时候需要？ dāng rán ké yǐ shén me shí hòu xū yào
Of course. When do you need it?