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 | |
|---|---|
| Would you like me to get us some coffee and muffins? | |
| Which one would you like? | |
| Okay, shall we meet at the station at five? | |
| Would you like some pills for your headache? | |
| Shall we get a bottle of chardonnay? | |
| That's not bad, shall we start checking some houses, then? | |
| Yes, thank you, we would like to order half a duck with pancakes. | |
| Would you like a packet of 10 or 20, sir? | |
| Shall we smoke outside? | |
| Cate, why don't we ask Rocco to get us some wine? | |
| Would you like a whole chicken, or do you want pieces? | |
| Would you like to have anything as a starter? | |
| Would you like any salad or sides with that? | |
| Would you like me to bring you anything? | |
| Where would you like to sit, Cate? | |
| Would you like some salad, Cate? | |
| Would you like me to order you two something else? | |
| Alright, shall we book the table for eight thirty, then? | |
| Would you like anything? | |
| Erm, I was going to ask if you would like to come to Brighton with me tomorrow. | |
