Meaning
「Would you like」は、相手に丁寧に何かを提案したり、勧めたりする際に使われる英語表現です。このフレーズは、相手の意向を尊重し、選択肢を提供する際に非常に便利です。
例えば、友達を家に招いた時に「何か飲み物はいかがですか？」と尋ねたい場合、「Would you like something to drink?」と言います。この表現は、相手に対して選択肢を与え、なおかつ丁寧に尋ねる方法です。
使い方のポイントとして、「Would you like」の後に名詞や動詞の原形を続けることで、様々な状況に対応できます。例えば、「Would you like some coffee?（コーヒーはいかがですか？）」や「Would you like to join us?（一緒に参加しませんか？）」のように使います。
この表現は、ビジネスシーンやフォーマルな場面でもよく使われ、相手に対する配慮や敬意を示すことができます。
Today's Sentences
- Would you like some help?
- Would you like a cup of coffee?
- Would you like a bite?
- Would you like a drink?
- Would you like a ride?
- Writer's Note
01
Would you like some help?
Situation 1
Would you like some help?
Could you hold the elevator for a second?
Sure, take your time.
So many packages to deliver today.
Thanks.
ありがとう。
Situation 2
Would you like some help?
I don’t think I can make it across the street.
I can help you walk, just take your time.
Sorry to be a pain.
02
Would you like a cup of coffee?
Situation
I’m so happy we can catch up over dessert.
Me too.
Should we order a drink too?
飲み物も注文しましょうか？
Would you like a cup of coffee?
I’d love that!
03
Would you like a bite?
Situation 1
Is that soup from across the street?
Yes, I just had lunch and got takeout.
I haven’t had lunch yet.
Would you like a bite?
Situation 2
Would you like a bite?
I would love some of your sandwich.
Here you can have half, I’m not too hungry today.
Thanks!
04
Would you like a drink?
Situation
Would you like a drink?
Yes, I would love some lemon water.
Certainly.
Thank you.
05
Would you like a ride?
Situation 1
Oh no, I’m late for school.
Would you like a ride?
If you can, that would be great.
I got the keys, let’s go.
Situation 2
When are you done work?
I’m off at 6.
Would you like a ride?
That would be nice.
Writer’s Note
Here are some key points about "Would you like":
- Function: Making Polite Offers or Invitations
👉 "Would you like" is more polite and formal than "Do you want".
👉 Used to offer food, help, activities, or options.
Examples:
👉 Would you like some coffee?
👉 Would you like to join us for dinner? - Common Structures:
"Would you like" + noun?
👉 Would you like a drink?
👉 Would you like a seat by the window?
"Would you like" + "to" + verb?
👉 Would you like to come with us?
👉 Would you like to learn more?
👉 「Would you like」は「Do you want」よりも丁寧でフォーマルです。
👉 食べ物、助け、活動、オプションを提供する際に使用されます。
例:
👉 コーヒーはいかがですか？
👉 夕食にご一緒しませんか？
「Would you like」 + 名詞?
👉 飲み物はいかがですか?
👉 窓際の席はいかがですか?
「Would you like」 + 「to」 + 動詞?
👉 私たちと一緒にいかがですか?
👉 もっと学びたいですか?
Did you notice the tone of the question? It definitely has a more well mannered, polite, even professional attitude. As English learners, there's a fear of saying something or acting in a way that is rude. Perhaps even offensive to someone outside of your culture. But no matter who you are, where you are, you can always learn politeness from the impolite. Let us know if you have any questions about studying English or about being polite! We'd love to hear from you.
