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 | |
|---|---|
| That's not bad, shall we start checking some houses, then? | |
| While we are here, shall we get the drinks, too? | |
| Shall we leave, then? | |
| Would you like to sit inside or outside? | |
| I would recommend you get some mussels. | |
| Would you like to get some cashback? | |
| Or would you like to share half each? | |
| Would you like some salad, Cate? | |
| I got one big one, shall we get some tomatoes? | |
| Would you like to sit by the window? | |
| Yes sir, what would you like to order? | |
| Shall we get a bottle of chardonnay? | |
| Do you mind if I join you? | |
| Alright, shall we book the table for eight thirty, then? | |
| Shall we smoke outside? | |
| Diego, we were just about to order some drinks, would you like something? | |
| Would you like a packet of 10 or 20, sir? | |
| Would you like me to bring you anything? | |
| It's getting late, shall we leave soon? | |
| Would you like some thighs or drumsticks, then? | |
