Meaning
This phrase is used to make a request. It’s a more polite way to ask a direct question. When you ask kindly, you give the other person a chance to consider what is possible and what is not.
Today’s Sentences
- Is it possible to park here?
- Is it possible to get tickets for today’s game?
- Is it possible to switch seats?
- Is it possible to lose weight during winter?
- Is it possible to get lactose-free milk?
01
Is it possible to park here?
Situation 1
Are you visiting the festival today?
Yes I am,
is it possible to park here?
Unfortunately,
we’re full here but you can park down the street.
Thanks a lot!
Situation 2
Is it possible to park here?
No, if you park here you will get towed.
Even for 10 minutes?
Sorry ma’am, those are the rules.
02
Is it possible to get tickets for today’s game?
Situation 1
Tickethub, how can I help you?
Is it possible to get tickets for today’s game?
Do you mean for today’s soccer game?
Yes, the one at 4:30pm.
Situation 2
Is it possible to get tickets for today’s game?
I couldn’t find any available online.
It must be sold out.
Too bad, I really wanted to go.
03
Is it possible to switch seats?
Situation 1
Can you see the players?
No, I can’t see a thing.
Is it possible to switch seats?
No, I don’t think we can switch seats last minute.
Situation 2
Excuse me, is it possible to switch seats?
I believe there are a few empty seats on the flight.
Should I wait?
Let me see how the seats fill up and I’ll come let you know.
04
Is it possible to lose weight during winter?
Situation 1
Do you find that you eat more during the colder months?
I definitely pack on more weight as it gets colder.
Is it possible to lose weight during winter?
I’m sure it’s possible but
I can imagine that it would be a challenge.
Situation 2
Is it possible to lose weight during winter?
Don’t even talk to me about losing weight.
Why?
It feels like a lifelong battle
and winters are no exception.
05
Is it possible to get lactose-free milk?
Situation 1
Is it possible to get lactose-free milk?
Sure. So a Vanilla Latte with lactose-free milk?
Yes, please.
Coming right up!
Situation 2
We’ll be going around with refreshments now.
Is it possible to get lactose-free milk?
I’m sorry,
we don’t have any lactose-free milk.
That’s okay,
I’ll just have sparkling water then.
