Pouvez-vous
Can you
Language note: Used when politely requesting something.
Context: You want to learn about the company's culture.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Pouvez
[poo-VAY]
Can you
Formal way to ask someone if they are able to do something.
Pouvez-vous m'aider avec ce projet ?
Can you help me with this project?
-vous
[voo]
You
Part of the formal 'you' as in 'are you able'.
Pouvez-vous expliquer cela encore une fois ?
Can you explain that once more?
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