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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Would you like to sit by the window? | |
Would you like some salad, Cate? | |
Which one would you like? | |
Alright, shall we book the table for eight thirty, then? | |
Erm, I was going to ask if you would like to come to Brighton with me tomorrow. | |
Diego, we were just about to order some drinks, would you like something? | |
It's getting late, shall we leave soon? | |
Or would you like to share half each? | |
It must be a sign, why don't you... | |
Shall we get a bottle of chardonnay? | |
Okay, shall we go to Tesco, then? | |
Shall we check if they have that very special rice first? | |
Would you like a packet of 10 or 20, sir? | |
While we are here, shall we get the drinks, too? | |
Okay, shall we meet at the station at five? | |
Would you like me to bring you anything? | |
Would you like me to walk you home? | |
We have an apron, why don't you wear it? | |
Shall we call them to make appointments for Saturday? | |
I got one big one, shall we get some tomatoes? |