My friend is having problems with her family, so I say:
You could/can talk to me.
What’s the difference?
balboa1 You can talk to me. I am willing to listen to you. ) balboa1 You could talk to me.
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balboa1You can talk to me.
I am willing to listen to you. (I'll try to help you.)
balboa1You could talk to me.
One thing you might try is talking to me. (I might be able to help you.)
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