Which do you think is correct? If you use “Can I…” you are literally asking if you have the ability to pick the book up from the person’s hands, walk away with it, and return it later. Because this is a common mix-up it can make it a bit difficult to realize when there is actually a mistake being made. The meanings of ‘can’ and ‘may’ are often confused, and even native speakers sometimes use them incorrectly. Now unfortunately, these two words can cause trouble. May – Authorization or permission to do something.įor example “May I please use your stapler?”
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