I don’t mind if I do

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Pro Tip 1/3

Gentle Enthusiasm

'I don’t mind if I do' shows a polite interest without sounding overly eager.

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When offered a second helping of dessert at a friend's house: 'I don’t mind if I do, thank you!'

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Social Courtesy

This phrase can signal that you're accepting an offer more to be polite than from a strong desire.

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Neighbor: 'Would you like to try these homemade cookies?' You: 'I don’t mind if I do.'

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Light Humor

Sometimes used humorously to accept without any pretense of hesitation.

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At a party: 'We have extra cake, anybody?' You, with a smile: 'I don’t mind if I do!'

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