do me a favour
The phrase "do me a favour" can serve as a polite request for help or a sarcastic remark expressing disbelief.
🇺🇸 US Voice:
🇬🇧 UK Voice:
Definition
B1Everyday Conversation
(polite)Used to ask someone for a small service or act of kindness.
Example
- Could you do me a favour and pass me that pen?
- Do me a favour and hold the door open, please.
B2Everyday Conversation
(sarcastic, informal)Used to express disbelief or skepticism about a request or statement.
Example
- You think I can finish all this work by tonight? Do me a favour!
- Do me a favour and stop joking around.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "do me a favour":