Asking for Time Off

Can I take three days of holiday next week?

💡 You can use this to ask for vacation time.

I am going to visit my family next week.

💡 You can use this to explain your holiday plan.

I need to see my doctor on Tuesday morning.

💡 You should use this for a medical appointment.

I will ask John to cover my work.

💡 You will show that a coworker helps you.

Can you check my work emails next week?

💡 You can ask a colleague to check your emails.

Can you approve my holiday request this week?

💡 You should ask your manager to approve your request.

I am sick today, so I cannot come.

💡 You should use this when you are very ill.

I need to take a sick day today.

💡 You should use this to request a sick day.

I will return to the office on Thursday.

💡 You should say when you will return to work.