Would not asking if one can come in ask if it is possible or not, i.e. if the one is invited or not. So to ask “can I come in” is not to ask for permission, only what is possible and not, thus not the same?
Can I come in? => Have I been invited?
May I come in? => Can I have an invitation?
ickplant@lemmy.world 8 months ago
Found the real English teacher.