I will ask him if we could vs I will ask him if he can keep

Both phrases are correct, but they have slightly different meanings. 'I will ask him if we could' implies asking about the possibility of doing something in the future, while 'I will ask him if he can keep' implies asking about someone's ability to retain or hold onto something. The choice between the two phrases depends on the context and what you want to convey.

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I will ask him if we could

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to inquire about the possibility of doing something in the future. It is often used to seek permission or to explore options.

Examples:

I will ask him if we could meet next week.
I will ask him if we could extend the deadline.
I will ask him if we could have a team meeting.
I will ask him if we could consider a different approach.
I will ask him if we could go for lunch together.

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Alternatives:

I will ask him if it's possible.
I will ask him if we can.
I will ask him if it would be okay.
I will ask him if we should.
I will ask him if we may.

I will ask him if he can keep

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to inquire about someone's ability to retain or hold onto something. It is often used in situations where you want to know if someone is capable of maintaining or looking after something.

Examples:

I will ask him if he can keep a secret.
I will ask him if he can keep the dog for the weekend.
I will ask him if he can keep the information confidential.
I will ask him if he can keep the promise.
I will ask him if he can keep the key safe.

Alternatives:

I will ask him if he is able to retain.
I will ask him if he is capable of keeping.
I will ask him if he can hold onto.
I will ask him if he can maintain.
I will ask him if he can look after.

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I will ask him if we could vs I will ask him if he can keep