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 | |
|---|---|
| Which one would you like? | |
| Would you like me to order you two something else? | |
| Would you like a whole chicken, or do you want pieces? | |
| Yes sir, what would you like to order? | |
| While we are here, shall we get the drinks, too? | |
| Would you like me to walk you home? | |
| Would you like some salad, Cate? | |
| Or would you like to share half each? | |
| Where would you like to sit, Cate? | |
| Shall we move your desk back near the window? | |
| We have an apron, why don't you wear it? | |
| Shall we use the self-checkout? | |
| Would you like me to get us some coffee and muffins? | |
| Shall we leave, then? | |
| I would recommend you get some mussels. | |
| Would you like some thighs or drumsticks, then? | |
| Cate, why don't we ask Rocco to get us some wine? | |
| There are 3 types of parmesan, which one would you like me to get? | |
| Anyway, would you like me to bring you the wine list? | |
| Would you like me to bring you anything? | |
