1、may翻译:(有可能但不肯定) 也许,可能; (转折前所述情况属实) 也许; (征求同意或表示允许) 可以。
2、Can and cannot (or can’t ) are the most common words used for asking for, giving or refusing permission. can和cannot(或cant)是表示请求、给予或拒绝许可的最通用词:Can I borrow your calculator?我可以借用你的计算器吗。
3、May (negative may not ) is used as a polite and fairly formal way to ask for or give permission. may(否定式may not)用以表示礼貌的正式请求或给予许可:May I borrow your newspaper?把你的报纸借我看行吗。