can i ask you directions vs can i ask you for directions

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Can I ask you directions?' is less common and might sound a bit awkward. 'Can I ask you for directions?' is the more common and natural way to ask for directions.

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can i ask you directions

This phrase is technically correct but less common and might sound a bit awkward.

This phrase is used to ask if it is possible to inquire about directions from someone. It is grammatically correct but less commonly used.

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So I can ask you, which direction is it rotating?
Men can ask directions these days.
Excuse me. I want to ask you for directions.
Well, you don't get to ask directions in basic training.
Excuse me... I just wanted to ask directions.
If anyone asks you for directions or anything, don't get caught out...
She did go into a bank and ask directions, but she got frightened and ran away.
When vou leave, ask directions for Le Domaine.
He goes up to a peasant working in his field, and asks directions.
Is it beneath your dignity to ask directions?
You get peckish, you ask directions to the bread bin.
This fortunate encounter gave me an opportunity to ask directions in English on how I might return to Tiananmen Square.
Saw a police car, I pulled over to ask directions, the guy gave me a Breathalyzer.
Well, you don't get to ask directions in basic training.
Why won't men ask directions?
Ask you for directions, use your phone?
Watch out for distraction/ theft scams - these start with a distraction e.g. someone asks for directions, drop money in front of you, asks you to make a donation -and variations on these distractions.
[John] I could walk into the police station, ask directions, and they would give me directions.
Didn't we ask directions of you today?
Mrs. Taylor, can I ask you...

Alternatives:

Can I ask you for directions?
Can you tell me how to get there?
Could you give me directions?
Do you know the way?
Can you show me the way?

can i ask you for directions

This phrase is the more common and natural way to ask for directions.

This phrase is commonly used to politely inquire about directions from someone. It is the more natural and common way to ask for directions.

Alternatives:

Can I ask you directions?
Can you tell me how to get there?
Could you give me directions?
Do you know the way?
Can you show me the way?

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can i ask you directions vs can i ask you for directions