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 | |
|---|---|
| We have an apron, why don't you wear it? | |
| Shall we call them to make appointments for Saturday? | |
| Would you like any salad or sides with that? | |
| Before we start, would you like me to play some music? | |
| While we are here, shall we get the drinks, too? | |
| Shall we get the grated one? | |
| Yes, thank you, we would like to order half a duck with pancakes. | |
| Would you like anything? | |
| Shall we move your desk back near the window? | |
| Shall we check if they have that very special rice first? | |
| Anyway, would you like to go out for breakfast? | |
| Don't you think a 50% rise is too much!? | |
| I believe I can! Why don't you try helping me a bit? | |
| Or shall I prepare something for you? | |
| Where would you like to sit, Cate? | |
| Would you like to get some cashback? | |
| Or would you like to share half each? | |
| Which one would you like? | |
| Okay, we'd like to sit outside. | |
| There are 3 types of parmesan, which one would you like me to get? | |
