Learn · Sentences Polite Requests

Can I borrow your book for a day?

A2

Sentence

Narrator

Can I borrow your book for a day?

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Formal Request

I would be grateful if I could borrow your book for a day.

Informal Request

Hey, can I borrow your book for a day?

Polite Request

Would it be alright if I borrowed your book for a day?

Request with Explanation

I need to read a specific chapter; can I borrow your book for a day?

Rephrased versions

Formal

May I borrow your book for a 24-hour period?

Casual

Mind if I borrow your book for a day?

Simpler English

Can I have your book for a day?

Phrases to learn

borrow your book

To take something from someone with the intention of returning it.

for a day

For a period of 24 hours.