'If it's possible...' and 'possibly' to be polite

We often want to be indirect in English, in order to be more polite. One way we do this is by using 'if it's possible...' and 'possibly'. This is very common with 'could'. If it's possible, could you bring dessert tonight? Could you possibly bring dessert tonight? I really suggest that you use this kind of expression when you're asking for things that are a big favour in English. You'll generally get a much better reaction! Let’s review! Change the sentences so that they’re more polite. Use ‘if it’s possible’ (if) and ‘possibly’ with ‘could’. 1. Can you me £5? (if) _________________________ 2. Can they come tomorrow? ___________________________ 3. Can we meet a bit earlier? (if) _____________________________ . . . . . . . . . . . Answers: 1. If it’s possible, could you lend me £5? 2. Could they possibly come tomorrow? 3. If it’s possible, could we meet a bit earlier?