Spanish phrase
¿Te importa ~?
Meaning
Would you mind if I ___?
When to use it
Polite, indirect way to ask if an action is acceptable. It verifies the action won't inconvenience someone and is common when seeking consent.
Example dialogue
¿Te importa si me siento aquí?
Would you mind if I sat here?
No, adelante, siéntate.
No, go ahead, have a seat.