Collocation
I was wondering if
A polite and indirect way to introduce a question, request, or suggestion.
Definition
'I was wondering if' is a common English collocation. A polite and indirect way to introduce a question, request, or suggestion.
I was wondering if + [clause]
“I was wondering if you could lend me a hand with this heavy box.”
Examples
- I was wondering if the meeting is still scheduled for tomorrow morning.
- I was wondering if you'd be interested in joining us for dinner tonight.
- I was wondering if it would be possible to reschedule our appointment to next week.
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- I was wondering if you could recommend a good book on ancient history.
- I was wondering if you might consider giving us an extension on the project deadline.
- I was wondering if there was any chance of getting access to the experimental data sooner.
- I was wondering if you'd mind closing the window, it's getting a bit chilly in here.
- I was wondering if this seat is available or if someone is sitting here.
- I was wondering if you happened to know where the nearest public restroom is located.
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