Meaning
La phrase « Would you like to » est une expression en anglais utilisée pour proposer quelque chose de manière polie et formelle. Elle se traduit littéralement par « Aimeriez-vous » en français et est souvent suivie d'un verbe à l'infinitif pour indiquer ce que l'on propose. Cette formule est couramment utilisée dans les conversations pour inviter quelqu'un à faire une activité ou pour offrir un service.
Exemples d'utilisation :
- « Would you like to have a cup of tea? » qui signifie « Aimeriez-vous prendre une tasse de thé ? »
- « Would you like to join us for dinner? » se traduit par « Aimeriez-vous vous joindre à nous pour le dîner ? »
En utilisant « Would you like to », vous montrez du respect envers la personne à qui vous vous adressez, ce qui en fait une expression idéale dans un contexte formel ou lorsque vous souhaitez être particulièrement courtois.
Today's Sentences
- Would you like to go see a movie tonight?
- Would you like to join us for dinner?
- Would you like to leave a message?
- Would you like to try it on?
- Would you like to pay cash or credit card?
- Writer's Note
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?
Souhaitez-vous laisser un message ?
Alright.
I’ll just call back tomorrow.
Je rappellerai simplement demain.
Absolutely.
He’s expected in the office at 10 am.
Il est attendu au bureau à 10 heures.
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?
Souhaitez-vous laisser un message ?
I’ll leave you my number.
Can she call me back?
Peut-elle me rappeler ?
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.
Je vais vous apporter votre taille.
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.
J'ai trouvé tout ce que je cherchais.
I’m glad to hear that.
Would you like to pay cash or credit card?
Souhaitez-vous payer en espèces ou par carte de crédit ?
Credit card, please.
Situation 2
Did you find everything you were looking for today?
Yes I did.
Thank you for asking.
Merci de demander.
Would you like to pay cash or credit card?
I’ll pay cash today.
Writer's Note:
The phrase "Would you like to" is a polite and versatile way to make offers, invitations, or suggestions in both spoken and written English. It’s slightly more formal and friendly than saying "Do you want to".
- Key Points About "Would you like to"
👉 Used to offer, invite, or suggest an action to someone.
👉 Shows politeness and respect for choice.
Examples:
👉 Would you like to join us for lunch?
👉 Would you like to try a different option? - Structure:
"Would you like to" + base verb...?
Examples:
👉 Would you like to go out tonight?
👉 Would you like to learn more about the program? - Common Contexts:
👉 Social invitations: Would you like to come with us?
👉 Service situations: Would you like to try a sample?
👉 Professional: Would you like to schedule a meeting?
👉 Utilisé pour offrir, inviter ou suggérer une action à quelqu'un.
👉 Montre politesse et respect du choix.
Exemples :
👉 Would you like to join us for lunch?
👉 Would you like to try a different option?
« Would you like to » + verbe de base...?
Exemples :
👉 Would you like to go out tonight?
👉 Would you like to learn more about the program?
👉 Invitations sociales : Would you like to come with us?
👉 Situations de service : Would you like to try a sample?
👉 Professionnel : Would you like to schedule a meeting?
Here are some more examples to help you practice!
- Would you like to join our study group this weekend?
- Would you like to take a short break?
- Would you like to share your thoughts with the team?
- Would you like to visit the art exhibit with me?
- Would you like to go for a walk after dinner?
- Would you like to try this new dessert I made?
- Would you like to switch seats for a better view?
- Would you like to practice English together sometime?
- Would you like to participate in the contest?
- Would you like to hear a funny story?
Keep on practicing! You know that Welling is here for you for all your learning needs. ⭐You've got this⭐