Phrases Polite Requests and Offers

By all means...

B2

Meaning

A formal and emphatic expression of agreement or permission.

Examples

  • John: 'May I use your phone?'<br>
  • Alice: '<b>By all means</b>.'
  • John: '<b>By all means</b>, take them.'
  • Alice: 'Could I borrow your notes?'<br>