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    How to say "can I / may I" in Russian

    Можно
    Mozhno
    /ˈmoʐnə/

    When to use it

    Magic word. 'Можно войти?' = 'May I come in?'

    Examples

    Можно сесть?
    Mozhno sest'?
    May I sit down?

    Frequently asked questions

    How do you say "can I / may I" in Russian?

    "can I / may I" in Russian is Можно, pronounced Mozhno.

    How do you pronounce Можно?

    Mozhno — IPA /ˈmoʐnə/. Use the Listen button above to hear it.

    Is Можно formal or informal?

    Magic word. 'Можно войти?' = 'May I come in?'

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