Expression : Asking and Giving Permission

Expression : Asking and Giving Permission

Asking Permission 

Can I go out, please?
May I open the window, please?
Please, can I have a look at your photo album?
Please, may I taste that hot spicy couscous dish?
Do you mind if I smoke?
Do you mind if I sit here with you?
Do you think I should go to this party with him or not?
Would you mind if I asked you something?
Is it okay if I sit here?
I believe I will try to finish the project before I go to sleep. Okay?
Would it be all right if I borrowed your mobile Phone?

Giving Permission

Yes, please do.
Yes, you can.
Sure, go ahead.
Sure.
No problem.
Please feel free.

Refusing to give Permission

No, please don’t.
I’m sorry, but that’s not possible.
I’m afraid not.
I’m afraid, but you can’t.
I’m sorry, but that’s not possible.
No, you cannot.
You couldn’t do that.
Sorry, you are not permitted.
I'm afraid, but you can't.

Example

Customer : Excuse me, can you tell me where I can find menswear? 
Shop Assistant : Sure. Menswear is on the second floor.
Customer : Oh, also, could you tell me where sheets are.
Shop Assistant : No problem, sheets are on the third floor at the back.
Customer : Thanks for your help.
Shop Assistant: My pleasure.
Brother : When does the movie start?
Sister : I think it’s at 9.
Brother : Check, will you?
Sister : You’re so lazy. Just a second.
Brother : Thanks sis.
Sister : Yes, it starts at 9.

Translate

Customer : Permisi, Dapatkah Anda memberitahu saya di mana saya dapat menemukan pakaian pria?
Shop Assistant : Tentu,Pakaian pria adalah di lantai dua
Customer : Oh, dan juga, bisa Anda memberitahu di mana yang satuan.
Shop Assistant : Tidak masalah, yang satuan ada di lantai tiga di bagian belakang.
Customer : Terimakasih atas bantuan anda.
Shop Assistant : Ya tentu.
Brother : Kapan Film akan dimulai?
Sister : Ku pikir pada jam 9.
Brother : Maukah kamu memeriksanya?
Sister : Kamu sangat pemalas.
Brother : Terimakasih kak.
Sister : Iya filmnya mulai jam 9.

Contoh Percakapan 1

Liza: Please mum, can I use the computer?
Mother: No, dear you can't.
Liza: How about watching movie? I believe I will try to sleep after watching the movie. Okay?
Mother: No, please don’t. It's time to go to bed.
Liza: May I read a story before I sleep?
Mother: Sure! But try to sleep early.
Liza: Thanks a lot mummy.

Contoh Percakapan 2

Mum: Can you do the washing-up, please?
Jan: I'm sorry, I can't. I have to do my homework.
Mum: Oh. Well, go and start your homework now.
Jan: Mum ... can I go to the cinema with Kerry later?
Mum: Sorry, you can't. You have to do your homework!
Jan: But I haven't got much homework to do.
Mum: First do the washing-up and your homework!
Jan: Of course! But can I go out with her after that?
Mum: Mmm ... OK. Yes, you can.
Jan: Thanks, Mum..