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 pills for your headache? | |
| Would you like me to get us some coffee and muffins? | |
| Shall we use the self-checkout? | |
| I believe I can! Why don't you try helping me a bit? | |
| Yes sir, what would you like to order? | |
| Don't you think a 50% rise is too much!? | |
| Would you like to get some cashback? | |
| There are 3 types of parmesan, which one would you like me to get? | |
| Would you like to have anything as a starter? | |
| Would you like a whole chicken, or do you want pieces? | |
| Why don't you use your own phone? | |
| Alright, shall we book the table for eight thirty, then? | |
| Shall we check if they have that very special rice first? | |
| Erm, I was going to ask if you would like to come to Brighton with me tomorrow. | |
| Shall we try a trick, then? | |
| Before we start, would you like me to play some music? | |
| Shall we smoke outside? | |
| Okay, shall we go to Tesco, then? | |
| While we are here, shall we get the drinks, too? | |
| I would recommend you get some mussels. | |
