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 | |
|---|---|
| Would you like me to walk you home? | |
| That's not bad, shall we start checking some houses, then? | |
| Shall we try a trick, then? | |
| Why don't you use your own phone? | |
| Would you like to have anything as a starter? | |
| Would you like a whole chicken, or do you want pieces? | |
| What would you like me to cook for you? | |
| Would you like to get some cashback? | |
| Shall we call them to make appointments for Saturday? | |
| Do you mind if I join you? | |
| Anyway, would you like me to bring you the wine list? | |
| Cate, why don't we ask Rocco to get us some wine? | |
| Or shall I prepare something for you? | |
| I believe I can! Why don't you try helping me a bit? | |
| Would you like me to get us some coffee and muffins? | |
| Would you like some pills for your headache? | |
| Erm, I was going to ask if you would like to come to Brighton with me tomorrow. | |
| What are you worried about? Why don't we just do it? | |
| Okay, shall we go to Tesco, then? | |
| I got one big one, shall we get some tomatoes? | |
