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 | |
|---|---|
| Why don't you use your own phone? | |
| Which one would you like? | |
| Would you like me to bring you anything? | |
| Where would you like to sit, Cate? | |
| Before we start, would you like me to play some music? | |
| That's not bad, shall we start checking some houses, then? | |
| We have an apron, why don't you wear it? | |
| Shall we get a bottle of chardonnay? | |
| Anyway, would you like to go out for breakfast? | |
| Would you like me to take you out for dinner? | |
| I would recommend you get some mussels. | |
| Shall we move your desk back near the window? | |
| Shall we smoke outside? | |
| Alright, shall we book the table for eight thirty, then? | |
| Do you mind if I join you? | |
| It's getting late, shall we leave soon? | |
| I got one big one, shall we get some tomatoes? | |
| Would you like some salad, Cate? | |
| Would you like some thighs or drumsticks, then? | |
| Or shall I prepare something for you? | |
