Chinese phrase
〜可以申请吗？ 〜 ké yǐ shēn qǐng ma
Meaning
Is ___ open for applications?
When to use it
Asks whether something is open for applications. This polite, neutral question checks whether applications are being accepted.
Example dialogue
这个交换项目 可以申请吗？ zhè ge jiāo huàn xiàng mù ké yǐ shēn qǐng ma
Is this exchange program open for applications?
可以，但名额有限，要尽快联系国际交流处。 ké yǐ dàn míng é yǒu xiàn yào jǐn kuài lián xì guó jì jiāo liú chù
Yes, but places are limited, so contact the international office as soon as possible.