do you mind

phrase — 2 senses

do you mind

phrase
1

Used to politely ask someone for a favor.

  • Do you mind if I turn on the radio?
  • Do you mind coming into the office for a moment?
1 more example
  • I'd like to borrow a plate. Do you mind?
2

A rhetorical question used to inform someone that they are being intrusive or annoying.

  • Do you mind? I'm trying to work here!

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