A1 Expression Neutral

Yes, you can.

Affirmative response to permission.

Practice it

Meaning

An affirmative answer granting permission to someone.

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Cultural Background

Americans value directness. 'Yes, you can' is seen as helpful and efficient. British speakers might sometimes use 'Yes, that's fine' as a softer alternative. Direct permission can sometimes feel blunt; 'It is fine' is preferred.

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Mirroring

If someone asks with 'can', answer with 'can'.

Meaning

An affirmative answer granting permission to someone.

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Mirroring

If someone asks with 'can', answer with 'can'.

Test Yourself

Choose the correct response to 'Can I open the window?'

Can I open the window?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Yes, you can.

The question uses 'can', so the answer should also use 'can'.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Choose the correct response to 'Can I open the window?' Choose A1

Can I open the window?

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Yes, you can.

The question uses 'can', so the answer should also use 'can'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it is perfectly polite and neutral.

Related Phrases

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Go ahead

synonym

Start now.

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Feel free

similar

You are welcome to.

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