Chinese phrase
我能帮你〜吗？ wǒ néng bāng nǐ 〜 ma
Meaning
Can I help you ___?
When to use it
A polite way to offer help with a task. It is used before an action and sounds friendly and considerate.
Example dialogue
姐姐，你在摆桌子吗？ jié jiě nǐ zài bǎi zhuō zi ma
Sis, are you setting the table?
我能帮你摆碗筷吗？ wǒ néng bāng nǐ bǎi wǎn kuài ma
Can I help you set out the bowls and chopsticks?