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Posso
Posso is the io form of potere and covers both ability and permission. Follow it directly with an infinitive: posso entrare, posso pagare. Said with rising intonation it becomes a question and needs no other word.
Examples in context
Posso entrare?
May I come in?
Posso aiutarti se vuoi.
I can help you if you want.
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