# be my guest

idiom

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/be-my-guest
Updated: 2026-08-10

## Meaning

Do as you wish; go ahead; help yourself; go for it!

## Examples

- If you want to use my pen, be my guest.
- If you want to try the last piece of cake, be my guest.
- Should you wish to review the confidential files yourself, please be my guest and examine them at your convenience.

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