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Kann ich Ihnen behilflich sein?

Can I be of assistance to you?

In German

Kann ich Ihnen behilflich sein?

KAN ish EE-nen be-HILF-lish zyn?
English
Can I be of assistance to you?
Español
¿Puedo serle de ayuda?
Italiano
Posso esserle d'aiuto?

Sentence Breakdown

  • KannCanModal verb, 1st person singular
  • ichIPronoun, nominative
  • Ihnento you (formal)Dative pronoun
  • behilflichhelpfulAdjective
  • seinto beInfinitive verb

Grammar Point

Modal verb 'können', Dative case (Ihnen)

Variations

  • Brauchen Sie Hilfe?
    Do you need help?
  • Soll ich Ihnen etwas abnehmen?
    Shall I take something off your hands?

FAQ

How do you say "Can I be of assistance to you?" in German?

"Can I be of assistance to you?" in German is "Kann ich Ihnen behilflich sein?" (KAN ish EE-nen be-HILF-lish zyn?).

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