Phrases Polite Requests and Offers

If you wouldn't mind...

B2

Meaning

A polite way to ask for a favor (slightly softer than 'Would you mind').

Example sentences

John: 'If you wouldn't mind, could you send me that document?'<br>

Alice: 'Of course, I'll send it right away.'

John: 'Yes, I'd be happy to.'

Alice: 'If you wouldn't mind, could you proofread my essay?'<br>