Can I say "Are you cool for me to help you" instead? Or is it awkward?
Native speaker’s answer
Rebecca
Unfortunately no. This phrase sounds a little awkward in English. In this scenario, you shouldn't use "for." You need "with" for this sentence to make sense. The word "with" in this scenario shows reactions and feelings. "With" will often follow adjectives that describe a certain feeling. The word "cool" in this scenario means "okay," which is being used as a feeling here. This is why you need "with" instead of "for." Ex: Are you happy with your new car? Ex: Are you okay with working by yourself tomorrow?