English phrases

How to say “Could you take a look?”

Meaning

A polite way to ask someone to review or examine something.

When to use

Use it at work when asking a colleague to check a document, design, problem, or piece of work.

Hear it in context

I’ve updated the report. Could you take a look before I send it?

Alternative expressions

  • Could you review this?
  • Would you mind checking this?
  • Can you give this a quick look?

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