A1 Expression Formal

Kann ich Ihnen behilflich sein?

Can I be of assistance? (formal)

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Meaning

A polite offer to help someone.

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Cultural Background

Germans value directness. This phrase is polite but gets straight to the point. Austrians often use even more flowery language in service.

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The Formal Rule

Always use 'Ihnen' with this phrase. It is the key to sounding professional.

Meaning

A polite offer to help someone.

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The Formal Rule

Always use 'Ihnen' with this phrase. It is the key to sounding professional.

Test Yourself

Which pronoun is correct for this formal phrase?

Kann ich ____ behilflich sein?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Ihnen

The phrase is formal, so we must use the formal dative pronoun 'Ihnen'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which pronoun is correct for this formal phrase? Choose A1

Kann ich ____ behilflich sein?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Ihnen

The phrase is formal, so we must use the formal dative pronoun 'Ihnen'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, it is very appropriate.

Related Phrases

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Wie kann ich helfen?

synonym

How can I help?

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Darf ich Ihnen helfen?

similar

May I help you?

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