Everyday Spoken English

"Kindly grant leave"

Riya wants Friday off. Her email asks for it the way you'd ask a king.

About 7 min to read

Episode 28. Asking for time off like a colleague: I'd like to take Friday off · Would that be okay? · I'll make sure… is covered · Thanks for understanding. Plus how short an emergency ask should be.

"Kindly grant leave"

The email

What they heard

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