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What does “Let me see what I can do” mean?
Say that you will try to help, without promising a particular result.
When do you say it? Use it when you will try to help but cannot promise a result.
When to use it
Use it when you will try to help but cannot promise a result.
Natural examples
- Let me see what I can do. — Example
What someone may say back
- Thanks, I appreciate it. — Customer thanks you for trying.
Usage note
It is honest because it does not promise a particular result.
Try it in real life
Use this phrase at work when a customer has a problem and you do not yet know the answer.