Pronunciation of '可不可以'
The phrase '可不可以' is a Chinese expression often used to ask for permission or make polite requests. It translates to 'Can or cannot?' or 'Is it possible?' in English. Below are the pronunciations and meanings in different languages/locales.
Word Origin
Chinese (中文)
Pronunciation Details
中文（简体）
用于询问是否可以做某事，表达请求或征求许可。
“可”发音为“kě”，第三声（低升调）；“不”发音为“bù”，第四声（降调）；“可”发音为“kě”，第三声（低升调）；“以”发音为“yǐ”，第三声（低升调）。
English (United States)
A polite way to ask for permission or inquire if something is possible, translating to 'Can or cannot?' or 'Is it possible?'
Pronounced as 'kě bù kě yǐ' with tones: 'kě' (low rising), 'bù' (falling), 'kě' (low rising), and 'yǐ' (low rising).