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Do me a favour Meaning in English

expression · lemma: do someone a favour

ˈdu/ /ˈmi/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈfeɪvɝ
DOO MEE uh FAY-vur
dʉː/ /mˈiː/ /æɪ/ /fˈeɪvɐ
DOO MEE uh FAY-vuh

Definition

Used to ask someone to help you with something or to do something kind for you.

Usage & Nuances

Common in British and international English; in American English, "do me a favor" is more usual. Can be polite (genuine request) or sarcastic (to express disbelief: "Oh, do me a favour!"). Usually used with friends or informally.

Example Sentences

Can you do me a favour and close the window?

basic

Please do me a favour and call me when you arrive.

basic

Could you do me a favour and pass me the salt?

basic

Do me a favour and don't tell anyone about this, okay?

natural

Oh, do me a favour—there's no way you finished all that work already!

natural

If you ever need someone to do you a favour, just ask.

natural