Meaning
「Can I interest you in」は、誰かに何かを提案したり、勧めたりするときに使う表現です。このフレーズは、相手の興味を引くための丁寧で親しみやすい方法として使われます。例えば、レストランでウェイターが「Can I interest you in our dessert menu?」と言う場合、デザートメニューを見てみませんか、と提案しています。
この表現は、ビジネスシーンやカジュアルな場面のどちらでも使えます。提案する内容に対して、相手に選択の自由を与えつつ興味を引くことを目的としています。例えば、新しいプロジェクトについて話しているときに「Can I interest you in joining our team?」と言えば、相手にチーム参加への興味を持ってもらおうとしています。
このフレーズを使うことで、相手に対して強制感を与えずに提案や勧誘を行うことができます。相手が興味を示さなかったとしても、「No, thank you.」といった軽い拒否で済むため、気まずい雰囲気を避けることも可能です。
「Can I interest you in」は、相手に提案をする際の柔らかいアプローチとして、多くの場面で活用できます。
Today's Sentences
- Can I interest you in a cup of coffee?
- Can I interest you in today’s special?
- Can I interest you in a game of chess?
- Can I interest you in some new furniture?
- Can I interest you in some new headphones?
- Writer's Note
01
Can I interest you in a cup of coffee?
Situation 1
Can I interest you in a cup of coffee?
Sure.
That’s really kind of you.
それは本当に親切ですね。
What’s your drink?
I’ll have a cappuccino, if that’s alright.
Situation 2
I’m not sure what to order yet.
Take your time. We’re kinda known for our hot drinks though.
Can I interest you in a cup of coffee?
コーヒーはいかがですか？
Really? I’d love a cup of coffee.
I’ll have it black with no cream, no sugar please.
ブラックでクリームも砂糖もなしでお願いします。
I’ll have it ready for you real quick.
02
Can I interest you in today’s special?
Situation 1
I want to try something new but I’m not sure what I want.
Can I interest you in today’s special?
What’s the special today?
It’s Steak Tacos with a side salad and soup.
Situation 2
What’s in the Jambalaya here?
There’s sausage and shrimp.
Hmm, I’m not sure if that’s what I want.
Can I interest you in today’s special?
03
Can I interest you in a game of chess?
Situation 1
I’m so bored.
There’s nothing to do around here.
ここら辺には何もすることがないよ。
Can I interest you in a game of chess?
Chess?
I’ve never played chess before.
チェスをやったことがありません。
It’s really fun and it’ll keep us busy for a few hours.
Situation 2
Can I interest you in a game of chess?
Sure.
Except that I have no idea what the rules are.
ただし、ルールが全く分かりません。
It’s ok.
I’ll teach you as we play.
遊びながら教えますね。
I’ll give it a try.
04
Can I interest you in some new furniture?
Situation 1
Are you browsing today or is there a specific item that you’re looking for?
We’re browsing today because of the sale.
You’re right, there’s a sale in the sofa and decor section.
Can I interest you in some new furniture?
新しい家具にご興味はありませんか？
Sure.
We’ll take a look and come find you if we have any questions.
確認して、質問があればお伺いします。
Situation 2
Hello, welcome to Chapter Decor.
We’re here for the opening sale.
Great!
Can I interest you in some new furniture?
新しい家具にご興味はありませんか？
We’d like to see bed frames and dressers please.
05
Can I interest you in some new headphones?
Situation 1
Are you looking for anything in particular?
I’m here to buy a gift for a friend.
Preferably under 500 dollars?
できれば500ドル以下でお願いします。
Ok.
Can I interest you in some new headphones?
新しいヘッドフォンにご興味はありませんか？
Sure!
Situation 2
Hey! I’ve seen you in here before.
Hi, I come in often to browse at what’s new.
It’s one of my favorite stores.
ここは私のお気に入りの店の一つです。
Can I interest you in some new headphones?
Actually, I’d love to see some.
Writer's Note
Another way to describe "Can I interest you in" is "Would you like" something.
- Can I interest you in a cup of tea? 👉 Would you like a cup of tea?
- Can I interest you in some baked cookies? 👉 Would you like some baked cookies?
- Can I interest you in going to the mall? 👉 Would you like to go to the mall?
- Can I interest you in a new watch? 👉 Would you like a new watch?
Remember that "Can I interest you in" suggests having to get, buy, or take.👍
