if you don't mind | if you wouldn't mind
FORMAL
This page is about the conversational phrase if you don't mind | if you wouldn't mind
Meaning
You can use this to politely tell someone what you intend to do.
For example
- When my doctor said I needed an operation, I said, "I'd like to get a second opinion, if you don't mind."
- "I'm afraid he's busy. Would you like to come back another time?"
"I'd rather wait, if you wouldn't mind."
Contributor: Matt Errey