Sometimes you need help from colleagues. They might be in another department. It is important to ask politely. This lesson helps you ask for support at work.
Asking for Help
Selma: Excuse me, Can I ask you a favour?
Mark: Yes, of course. How can I help?
Selma: Could you check this report? I need to submit it soon.
Mark: Hmm, I'm a little busy right now. I'm afraid I cannot. Can you ask me later?
Selma: No problem. I will ask someone else. Thank you anyway.
Mark: Wait, I have a minute. Can I help you quickly? I can check it now.
Selma: Oh, thank you! That would be great. I need support from your department.
of course
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no problem
noh PROB-lem
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I'm afraid
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favour
FAY-ver
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support
suh-PORT
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department
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busy
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later
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| To ask for help | To ask for permission |
|---|---|
| Can you help me? | Can I use your phone? |
| Could you check this? | Could I leave early? |
| Can you send the email? | Can I ask a favour? |
| Could you explain that? | Could I speak to the manager? |
Practice
Choose the correct word or phrase.
Excuse me, you help me with this report?
Which request is more polite?
I need some from the IT department.
Someone asks for help. You are busy. What is a polite answer?
I ask you a favour? I need to check the numbers.
Can you approve this document? Yes, .