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可以吗

kěyǐ ma
phrase★Beginner— can it be
informal

A polite way to ask for permission or approval, often used in questions to confirm if something is acceptable or possible.

我们可以提前离开吗?

Can we leave early?

这个价格可以吗?

Is this price okay?

💡

This phrase is commonly used in everyday conversations to seek permission or confirmation in a polite manner.

Collocations

可以吗can it be可以的it's okay

Synonyms

可以吗?行吗?可以吗?

Antonyms

不行不可以

Related Phrases

可以吗?phrase
Can it be?
行吗?phrase
Is it okay?

💡Pro Tip

Politeness

This phrase is a polite way to ask for permission or confirmation. It is commonly used in both formal and informal settings.

⚡Gold Rule

Usage

Use this phrase when you want to ask for permission or confirmation in a polite manner. It is versatile and can be used in various contexts.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the combination of 可以 (can/possible) and 吗 (question particle), forming a polite interrogative phrase.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is versatile and can be used in various contexts, from casual conversations to formal requests. It is a polite way to ask for permission or confirmation.

Word Breakdown

可以
can/possible
root
+
吗
question particle
suffix
汉英词典

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