I came here so that i could ask you. vs I could ask you.

Both phrases are correct, but they convey slightly different meanings. The first phrase 'I came here so that I could ask you' implies that the speaker came to a specific location for the purpose of asking a question. The second phrase 'I could ask you' simply states the ability or possibility of asking a question without specifying any particular reason or context.

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I came here so that i could ask you.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express the purpose of coming to a location.

This phrase is used to indicate that the speaker came to a particular place with the intention or purpose of asking a question.

Examples:

I came here so that I could ask you about the project.
She came to the party so that she could talk to him.
They came to the office so that they could meet the manager.
He came to the library so that he could study in peace.
We came to the store so that we could buy some groceries.

Alternatives:

I came here to ask you.
I came here in order to ask you.
I came here with the intention of asking you.
I came here for the purpose of asking you.
I came here so I could ask you.

I could ask you.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express the ability or possibility of asking a question.

This phrase is used to indicate that the speaker has the capability or opportunity to ask a question, without specifying any particular reason or context.

Examples:

I could ask you if you need any help.
She could ask him about his plans for the weekend.
They could ask the teacher for clarification.
He could ask his boss for a raise.
We could ask the neighbors to keep the noise down.

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Alternatives:

I am able to ask you.
I have the opportunity to ask you.
I have the ability to ask you.
I might ask you.
I can ask you.

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I came here so that i could ask you. vs I could ask you.