[Vocabulary] transfer something from one plate to another

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vishalinit

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Hi,

I am transfering some rice from one plate to another, and I am seeking permission from someone.

Can I use " shall I move the rice to other plate ?"

or " shall I transfer the rice to the plart?"
 

Bamako7

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Hi,

I am transfering some rice from one plate to another, and I am seeking permission from someone.

Can I use " shall I move the rice to other plate ?"

or " shall I transfer the rice to the plart?"

"Transfer" is too technical. Unless you are striving for a facetious effect, do not use the word.

How about this:
Do you mind if I give you some rice from my plate?
 

RonBee

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I m not entirely sure what you are trying to say, but it seems that you should say:
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May I have some of your rice?


:)
 

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Depending on the formality of the situation you might say the following

"Do you mind if I serve you?" -- this would be amongst friends and you were holding the plate of rice in your hands...

Not a teacher
 

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Depending on the formality of the situation you might say the following

"Do you mind if I serve you?" -- this would be amongst friends and you were holding the plate of rice in your hands...

Not a teacher
That would seem to be appropriate here (along with "Would you like some of my rice?")

:)
 
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