In English we use phrases to ask for something we want politely.
I'd like... = I would like... / Can I have...? / Could I have...?
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We use Would you like...? for offers (when we want to give something or help someone)
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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 | |
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Anyway, would you like to go out for breakfast? | |
Shall we get the grated one? | |
Where would you like to sit, Cate? | |
Shall we get a bottle of chardonnay? | |
Which one would you like? | |
Anyway, would you like me to bring you the wine list? | |
Shall we move your desk back near the window? | |
Shall we use the self-checkout? | |
We have an apron, why don't you wear it? | |
Okay, shall we meet at the station at five? | |
Okay, we'd like to sit outside. | |
Would you like to have anything as a starter? | |
Okay, shall we go to Tesco, then? | |
While we are here, shall we get the drinks, too? | |
Would you like to sit by the window? | |
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? | |
Would you like to sit inside or outside? | |
I believe I can! Why don't you try helping me a bit? | |
Would you like me to get us some coffee and muffins? |