Asking Permission

Click for Audio Modals are commonly used for asking permission Can I ask you a question? May I have a piece of cake? Could I get you to turn off the lights Some other common phrases are Do you mind if I smoke? Would you mind if I asked you something? Is it okay if I sit here? Would it be all right if I borrowed your lawn mower? Giving Permission Sure. Go ahead. No problem. See also: Grammar: Common Modal Usage Textbook Recommendation: Touchy Situations, Chapter 7

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