Learn Swedish: Jag ville veta om du inte erbjuder hemkörning. - I wanted to know if you don't offer home delivery.

Using the past tense (ville instead of vill) is a common way to sound more polite and less demanding in Swedish. Just like saying 'I wanted to know' instead of 'I want to know' in English, it softens the question so it doesn't feel too direct or pushy.

Why does inte come before the verb erbjuder in this sentence?

The clause starting with om (if/whether) is a subordinate clause. In Swedish, sentence adverbs like inte always come before the conjugated verb in a subordinate clause. You might remember this from earlier levels as the BIFF rule (Bi-sats, Inte Före Finita verbet).

Can I use ifall instead of om here?

Yes, you could absolutely use ifall instead of om. In this context, both words mean 'whether' or 'if' and are completely interchangeable without changing the tone or meaning of the sentence.

How is the word hemkörning formed?

It is a compound word made of hem (home) and körning (driving). While it literally means 'home driving', it is the standard Swedish term for home delivery, especially for takeout food or groceries.