Phrases Offering and Refusing Help

Can I lend a hand?

B2

Meaning

May I assist you?

Examples

  • John: 'This task is taking longer than expected.'
  • Alice: '<b>Can I lend a hand?</b>'
  • John: '<b>Can I lend a hand?</b> Perhaps we can share some tasks.'
  • Alice: 'I'm overwhelmed with work at the moment.'
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