Chinese phrase
我想借〜 wǒ xiǎng jiè 〜
Meaning
I'd like to borrow ___
When to use it
This phrase politely expresses a wish to borrow something. It suits simple requests for money or other items from someone who may be able to help.
Example dialogue
我想借点儿钱，你能帮忙吗？ wǒ xiǎng jiè diǎnr qián nǐ néng bāng máng ma
I'd like to borrow a little money. Can you help me?
可以，你需要多少？ ké yǐ nǐ xū yào duō shǎo
Sure. How much do you need?