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may is asking a question and can is asking if u can do something. like may i go to the restroom and can i go to the restroom. may is asking if your excused and can is asking if u can actually use the restroom. im a language teacher and if somebody asks me if they "can" go to the restroom i say, i don't know can you?
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from my old English teacher can i go to the bathroom. answer yes you have the capability to go to the bathroom but not now. may i go to the bathroom? yes you may
"can" refers to your ability to do something. "may" refers to whether you are allowed to do it.
So: "Can I go to the movies?" -- No, because the theater is closed, the car won't start, etc. "May I go to the movies?" -- No, the movie runs past your curfew, I think it is inappropriate for you, you are grounded, etc ...
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