English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "can i ask you something" Mean?
Learn what "can i ask you something" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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Can I ask you something?
It is a polite way to ask if you may ask a question or bring up a topic.
From The Missing Piece, Episode 10
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone politely asks if they can ask a question.
Usage Scenario
Use this before asking something personal, important, or slightly awkward. It is natural in both casual and formal situations.
Better ways to say it
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Can I ask you something?
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Can I ask a question?
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May I ask you something?
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