English (UK)
In English we use phrases to ask for something we want politely.
I'd like... = I would like... / Can I have...? / Could I have...?
Examples sentences :
We use Would you like...? for offers (when we want to give something or help someone)
Examples sentences :
Notes for use of polite request / offer / suggestions :
'Would you like' has the same meaning as 'Do you want' but is a more polite way of offering something!
In English we use the question phrase 'Why don't you / we...?' to make a polite suggestion.
| Polite request / offer / suggestion example sentences | |
|---|---|
| I got one big one, shall we get some tomatoes? | |
| Would you like me to get us some coffee and muffins? | |
| Would you like to get some cashback? | |
| Or shall I prepare something for you? | |
| Would you like anything? | |
| Which one would you like? | |
| Alright, shall we book the table for eight thirty, then? | |
| Diego, we were just about to order some drinks, would you like something? | |
| Erm, I was going to ask if you would like to come to Brighton with me tomorrow. | |
| We have an apron, why don't you wear it? | |
| Or would you like to share half each? | |
| Shall we check if they have that very special rice first? | |
| Anyway, would you like to go out for breakfast? | |
| Would you like some thighs or drumsticks, then? | |
| Would you like some salad, Cate? | |
| Would you like a whole chicken, or do you want pieces? | |
| Don't you think a 50% rise is too much!? | |
| Shall we leave, then? | |
| Would you like to have anything as a starter? | |
| Shall we use the self-checkout? | |
