How do you say ask in a polite way?


How do you say ask in a polite way?

Would you mind + verb-ing?
  1. Could / Would you do me a favour?
  2. Could I ask / bother / trouble you + infinitive?
  3. Could you / Would you + base form of verb + please?
  4. Could you + possibly + verb?
  5. Would you mind + verb-ing?


What are the 5 polite expressions?

9 Things Polite People Always Say
  • Please.
  • Thank You.
  • You're Welcome.
  • Pardon Me.
  • Excuse Me.
  • I'm Sorry.
  • May I Help You?
  • I Would Like... / May I Please Have...?