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 | |
|---|---|
| What would you like me to cook for you? | |
| Erm, I was going to ask if you would like to come to Brighton with me tomorrow. | |
| Why don't you use your own phone? | |
| Shall we get a bottle of chardonnay? | |
| Cate, why don't we ask Rocco to get us some wine? | |
| Yes sir, what would you like to order? | |
| Shall we try a trick, then? | |
| Shall we move your desk back near the window? | |
| Would you like to get some cashback? | |
| Shall we use the self-checkout? | |
| Would you like me to moonwalk as well? | |
| Or would you like to share half each? | |
| Would you like to sit inside or outside? | |
| Or shall I prepare something for you? | |
| Anyway, would you like to go out for breakfast? | |
| Yes, thank you, we would like to order half a duck with pancakes. | |
| Anyway, would you like me to bring you the wine list? | |
| Would you like some salad, Cate? | |
| Would you like me to take you out for dinner? | |
| Would you like anything? | |
