Chinese phrase
共用〜怎么使用？ gòng yòng 〜 zěn me shǐ yòng
Meaning
How do I use the shared ___?
When to use it
This asks how to use a shared item. It is a polite request for instructions when the correct procedure is unclear, often in a dorm, office, or other common area.
Example dialogue
能教我共用微波炉怎么使用？ néng jiào wǒ gòng yòng wēi bō lú zěn me shǐ yòng
Could you show me how to use the shared microwave?
把饭盒放中间，盖子打开一条缝，选择加热时间然后按开始就可以了。 bǎ fàn hé fàng zhōng jiān gài zi dǎ kāi yì tiáo fèng xuǎn zé jiā rè shí jiān rán hòu àn kāi shǐ jiù ké yǐ le
Put the lunch box in the middle, leave the lid slightly open, select a heating time, and press Start.