هل يمكنكم وزن الطرد؟

Walk up to the counter with your box. Make eye contact and drop this phrase. Even though you are likely talking to one person, using the plural teqdarou and touznou is a common polite touch in many Arabic dialects. It sounds softer than a direct command. If the box is already on the scale, you can just point and say it with a smile. It’s like asking for a favor rather than giving an order.

Use it at the post office obviously. It also works at the airport if you're worried about luggage weight. You might use it at a local market if you're buying something bulky like a sack of rice. It’s perfect for any situation involving shipping or logistics. If you're sending a gift to a friend abroad, this is your opening line.

Don't use this for people! Asking someone touzin (to weigh) themselves is a major social blunder. It’s strictly for objects and cargo. Also, don't use it for very small things like a single letter; usually, you just ask for a stamp for that. Avoid using it in a high-pressure business negotiation unless you are literally talking about freight. It’s a practical, physical request, not a metaphorical one.

In many Arab cultures, the post office is a social hub. You’ll see people sending everything from olive oil to handmade rugs. There’s often a bit of back-and-forth about the weight and the cost. Being polite with mumkin (possible) helps smooth over any bureaucratic friction. It shows you respect the worker's time. Shipping things 'back home' is a huge part of life for many, making this a very high-frequency phrase.

In Egyptian Arabic, you might hear mumkin tiwzin el-tard?. In the Levant, people might say fii majal tiwzin el-tard? (is there a chance to weigh the package?). If you want to be extra formal, you can add law samaht (if you please) at the end. Some people might just say miqyas el-wazn? (weight measurement?) if they are in a huge rush, but sticking to the full phrase is much friendlier.