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Naz6 Posted 14 years ago
Essay & Composition Writing

Wants some help to correct my sentences.

Is this sentence is right?

"would you mind me being there as friend? "
  

Top answer

You need to capitalise the w in would. Other than that it is grammatically correct. Personally I wouldn't say that as if I am a true friend I would be there and not ask for permission.

— Dave Phillips

  • You need to capitalise the w in would.
  • Other than that it is grammatically correct.
  • Personally I wouldn't say that as if I am a true friend I would be there and not ask for permission.
  • Perhaps a statement rather that a question would be better.
  • " That is something closer to what I would say.
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You need to capitalise the w in would. Other than that it is grammatically correct. Personally I wouldn't say that as if I am a true friend I would be there and not ask for permission. Perhaps a statement rather that a question would be better.

"I know that you are going through a difficult time at the moment, if there is anything I can do even if it is just being an ear to bend, or a
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thanks Phillips for a quick response & welcome ! No, it is not like that, it was just an example. what i wanted to ask someone is that, would she/he mind me being there ( at some place ) as friend or anything else like servant, stalker etc... ( in a funny way )
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You may be better being more casual about it and ask "do you mind if I tag along?" Or, "do you mind if I come with you?"
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