If you don’t mind Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Politeness Marker Shows you are being considerate and respectful of the other person's feelings or opinion. I'd like to open the window, if you don’t mind. Pro Tip 2/3Implicit Permission Implies that you're asking for permission without making a direct request. I'll join you two, if you don’t mind. Pro Tip 3/3Softening Statements Softens what you're saying to avoid coming across as too direct or commanding. Could we start early, if you don’t mind?