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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Come on dear, what would you like to drink? | |
Would you like me to take you out for dinner? | |
Or would you like to share half each? | |
Okay, shall we go to Tesco, then? | |
Shall we call them to make appointments for Saturday? | |
Would you like me to bring you anything? | |
Would you like me to order you two something else? | |
Shall we check if they have that very special rice first? | |
Before we start, would you like me to play some music? | |
Why don't you use your own phone? | |
Shall we try a trick, then? | |
Shall we move your desk back near the window? | |
Would you like some pills for your headache? | |
Where would you like to sit, Cate? | |
Alright, shall we book the table for eight thirty, then? | |
Anyway, would you like me to bring you the wine list? | |
I would recommend you get some mussels. | |
Shall we smoke outside? | |
Don't you think a 50% rise is too much!? | |
Anyway, would you like to go out for breakfast? |