LESSON

Asking Permission or approval

Asking for Permission

Would you mind if I sit here?

Shall I bring you a pillow?
Can I do the dishes for you?
Shall I help you with your project?
Can I borrow your book, please?
Would you mind if I ask you something?
May I bring my phone to school?
May I go out tonight mom?
Is it okay if I turn off the TV?
Can I keep the dog mom?

Giving Permission
Yes, Please.
Sure,
Go ahead.
Absolutely sure.
Yes, Please do.
No problem.
Refusing Permission
No, sorry.
No, you can't.
No, Please don't.
I think you shouldn't do it.
No, I think it's impossible.

Dialog Asking and Giving Permission

Rika : Helen told me you've got a new book. What book is it?
Dina : It is about reformation. I'll finish it tonight.
Rika : May I borrow it?
Dina : Sure. You can have it before I go to the college, tomorrow morning.
Rika : Do you mind if I return it on Friday?
Dina : Not at all. You can return it anytime. I have some other interesting books. You can see them.
Rika : Well then, May I borrow more than one book? And return them on Sunday or Monday?
Dina : No problem. But do not lend them to anybody else.
Rika : Of course not.
Dina : I mean one can borrow the books with my permission.
Rika : I understand. You are really a nice person.