क्या मैं आपसे कुछ पूछ सकता हूँ?
kya main aapse kuch pooch sakta hoon?
Can I ask you something?
Meaning
Politely requesting permission to ask a question.
Cultural Background
In North India, using 'आप' is non-negotiable when speaking to anyone outside your immediate family or peer group. In a professional setting, this phrase is the standard way to initiate any request for information.
Gender matters
If you are female, say 'सकती हूँ' instead of 'सकता हूँ'.
Meaning
Politely requesting permission to ask a question.
Gender matters
If you are female, say 'सकती हूँ' instead of 'सकता हूँ'.
Test Yourself
Which pronoun is correct for a formal question?
क्या मैं ____ कुछ पूछ सकता हूँ?
Always use 'आपसे' for formal requests.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesक्या मैं ____ कुछ पूछ सकता हूँ?
Always use 'आपसे' for formal requests.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is the perfect phrase for a teacher.
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