I don’t mind if I do

Pro Tip 1/3

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

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

Pro Tip 2/3

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

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

Pro Tip 3/3

Sometimes used humorously to accept without any pretense of hesitation.

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