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The document outlines expressions for asking and giving permission, providing various phrases for both scenarios. It includes examples of how to ask for permission and appropriate responses for granting or denying it. Additionally, it presents a pattern for constructing permission-related sentences.

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Permission

The document outlines expressions for asking and giving permission, providing various phrases for both scenarios. It includes examples of how to ask for permission and appropriate responses for granting or denying it. Additionally, it presents a pattern for constructing permission-related sentences.

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Permission:

Permission
An expression that is used to allow someone to do something

Expression of Asking Permission


May I ... Is it okay for me to ...
Can I ... Is it okay if I ...
Do you mind if I ... Would it be possible for me to ...
Would you permit me to ... Would it be okay if I ...
Would you allow me to ... Am I allowed to ...
Can I have your permission to ...

Responses:
1. Giving Permission: 2. Refusing to Give Permission:
Yes, you may. Sorry, you can’t.
Yes, please. Sorry, you are not allowed to …
Yes, you can. Not now.
Sure. Of course not.
Of course. No, sorry.
Alright. I’m afraid not.
Certainly. I can’t permit/allow you to ….
No, I don’t mind. You mustn’t do that.
Not at all. Please. I’m sorry, I’m still using it now.
Etc. Etc.

Example:
May I borrow your book?
Can I borrow your book?
Do you mind if I borrow your book?
Would you permit me to borrow your book?
Would you allow me to borrow your book?
Can I have your permission to borrow your book?
Is it okay for me to borrow your book?
Is it okay if I borrow your book?
Would it be possible for me to borrow your book?
Would it be okay if I borrow your book?
Am I allowed to borrow your book?

Pattern (Pola):
Expression + Verb 1 (kata kerja bentuk pertama) + Object (keterangan)
May I + borrow + your book May I borrow your book?
Is it okay if I + drink + the water Is it okay if I drink the water?

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