Grammar fix
May I add something?
formal contribution request
A polite and slightly formal way to ask for permission to contribute to a discussion.
expression
How oftenNow and then
LevelB1
Used inMostly spoken
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
May I add something before we move on to the next item?
When we were planning my sister's wedding, everyone was arguing about the food, so I said 'May I add something?' and suggested a buffet. It actually worked.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: May I add more one thing?
Say: May I add one more thing?
'One more' goes before the noun: one more thing, one more point.
Don't confuse it
Other ways to say it
Politely ask to speak in a discussion
How directTentativeDirect request
If I could just come in here...Tentatively entering a discussion to make a point.
May I add something?You're here · A polite, slightly formal request to contribute.
Can I just add something?Politely entering a discussion to add a brief point.