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Meaning

We use ’Would you like…?’ to offer something or to invite somebody to do something. ’Would you like…?’ = ‘Do you want…?’

Today’s Sentences

01

Would you like to go see a movie tonight?

Situation 1

Are you busy after work?

No, I’m free.

Would you like to go see a movie tonight?

I’d love to.

Situation 2

I’m so bored.

Would you like to go see a movie tonight?

What’s playing?

Let’s check the movie schedules online.

02

Would you like to join us for dinner?

Situation

Are you busy this Saturday evening?

No, I don’t have any plans. Why?

Would you like to join us for dinner?

I would love to!

03

Would you like to leave a message?

Situation 1

Hello. Is Mr. Smith available?

Unfortunately he’s out of the office today.
Would you like to leave a message?

Alright.
I’ll just call back tomorrow.

Absolutely.
He’s expected in the office at 10 am.

Situation 2

Welling Labs. How can we help you?

Is the head of marketing in today?

She is but she’s on a call.
Would you like to leave a message?

I’ll leave you my number.
Can she call me back?

04

Would you like to try it on?

Situation

I love this outfit.

Would you like to try it on?

Yes, do you have this outfit in a medium?

Our dressing rooms are in the back.
I’ll bring you your size.

05

Would you like to pay cash or credit card?

Situation 1

How was your shopping experience today?

It was great.
I found everything I was looking for.

I’m glad to hear that.
Would you like to pay cash or credit card?

Credit card, please.

Situation 2

Did you find everything you were looking for today?

Yes I did.
Thank you for asking.

Would you like to pay cash or credit card?

I’ll pay cash today.

How could I

How could I

'How could I' is a more polite and formal way to make requests or ask for permission in a more courteous manner.
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I apologize for

I apologize for

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Ask around

Ask around

When someone 'asks around' it means to ask several people for information or help, often by going from person to person.
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