Meaning
«Can I interest you in» é uma expressão em inglês usada para oferecer algo a alguém de maneira educada e convidativa. A tradução literal seria algo como "Posso interessar você em", mas a ideia principal é perguntar se a pessoa tem interesse em algo que você está oferecendo. Essa expressão é frequentemente utilizada em contextos como vendas, hospitalidade ou quando se quer introduzir uma sugestão de forma gentil.
Por exemplo, em um restaurante, um garçom pode dizer: «Can I interest you in our dessert menu?», que significa "Gostaria de ver nosso cardápio de sobremesas?". Isso não apenas oferece uma opção, mas faz isso de forma cortês, deixando a pessoa à vontade para aceitar ou recusar.
Uso: Utilize «Can I interest you in» quando quiser sugerir algo agradavelmente e permitir que a outra pessoa sinta que tem a liberdade de escolher. É uma forma polida de iniciar uma oferta ou sugestão, mostrando consideração pelo interlocutor.
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.
Isso é muito gentil da sua parte.
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?
Posso lhe interessar por uma xícara de café?
Really? I’d love a cup of coffee.
I’ll have it black with no cream, no sugar please.
Vou querer puro, sem creme, sem açúcar, por favor.
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.
Não há nada para fazer por aqui.
Can I interest you in a game of chess?
Chess?
I’ve never played chess before.
Eu nunca joguei xadrez antes.
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.
Exceto que eu não faço ideia de quais são as regras.
It’s ok.
I’ll teach you as we play.
Vou te ensinar enquanto jogamos.
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?
Posso te interessar em alguns móveis novos?
Sure.
We’ll take a look and come find you if we have any questions.
Vamos dar uma olhada e procuraremos você se tivermos alguma dúvida.
Situation 2
Hello, welcome to Chapter Decor.
We’re here for the opening sale.
Great!
Can I interest you in some new furniture?
Posso te interessar por alguns móveis novos?
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?
Preferencialmente abaixo de 500 dólares?
Ok.
Can I interest you in some new headphones?
Posso te interessar por alguns fones de ouvido novos?
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.
É uma das minhas lojas favoritas.
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.👍
