Grammar pattern
V(causative) + せていただけませんか
- A grammar pattern used when the speaker politely requests permission to perform a certain action.
- It is often used when the speaker believes that the action is likely to be allowed by the other person.
- It is the humble expression of the grammar pattern "V(使役) + せてもらえませんか," which gives a more polite impression.
Meaning
May I ~?
Example Sentences
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その資料を、コピーさせていただけませんか。Would you mind if I make a copy of those documents?
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すみません。お手洗いを使わせていただけませんか。Excuse me. May I use the restroom?
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頭がとても痛いので、少し休ませていただけませんか。I have a bad headache. Could I take a break?
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会社の中の写真を撮らせていただけませんか。May I take pictures inside the company?
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部長、私にも意見を言わせていただけませんか。Boss, could you let me express my opinion too?
Tags
JLPT N4