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 some salad, Cate? | |
| Would you like to sit inside or outside? | |
| I would recommend you get some mussels. | |
| Or would you like to share half each? | |
| Would you like a whole chicken, or do you want pieces? | |
| Shall we check if they have that very special rice first? | |
| Shall we get the grated one? | |
| It must be a sign, why don't you... | |
| Would you like to get some cashback? | |
| Shall we leave, then? | |
| Cate, why don't you go and get Pogo from the garden. | |
| Why don't you use your own phone? | |
| What are you worried about? Why don't we just do it? | |
| Anyway, would you like to go out for breakfast? | |
| Do you mind if I join you? | |
| Would you like any salad or sides with that? | |
| Shall we use the self-checkout? | |
| Before we start, would you like me to play some music? | |
| Would you like some pills for your headache? | |
| Shall we get a bottle of chardonnay? | |
