Meaning
「Would you like to」は英語で丁寧に何かを勧めるときや、提案するときに使われる表現です。相手に何かをして欲しいかどうかを尋ねる際に使われ、より丁寧なニュアンスを持っています。
意味: 「~はいかがですか?」や「~をしたいですか?」という意味を持ちます。たとえば、「Would you like to drink something?」は「何か飲み物はいかがですか?」という意味になります。
使い方: 会話の中で相手に提案をしたり、何かをすすめたりするときに、相手への配慮を示すために使用されます。ビジネスシーンやフォーマルな場面で特に多く使われます。
- 友人に提案する場合: 「Would you like to go to the movies this weekend?」は「今週末映画を観に行きませんか?」という意味です。
- お客様に丁寧に尋ねる場合: 「Would you like to try our new dish?」は「新しい料理をお試しになりませんか?」という意味です。
この表現を使うことで、より丁寧で礼儀正しい印象を与えることができます。
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?
何かメッセージを残されますか?
Alright.
I’ll just call back tomorrow.
明日また電話します。
Absolutely.
He’s expected in the office at 10 am.
彼は午前10時にオフィスに来る予定です。
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?
メッセージを残しますか?
I’ll leave you my number.
Can she call me back?
彼女は私に折り返し電話をもらえますか?
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.
あなたのサイズをお持ちします。
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.
探していたものは全て見つかりました。
I’m glad to hear that.
Would you like to pay cash or credit card?
現金でお支払いされますか、それともクレジットカードですか?
Credit card, please.
Situation 2
Did you find everything you were looking for today?
Yes I did.
Thank you for asking.
お尋ねいただきありがとうございます。
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?
👉 誰かに行動を提案、招待、または勧める際に使用します。
👉 選択に対する丁寧さと敬意を示します。
例:
👉 「Would you like to join us for lunch?」
👉 「Would you like to try a different option?」
「Would you like to」 + 動詞の基本形...?
例:
👉 Would you like to go out tonight?
👉 Would you like to learn more about the program?
👉 Social invitations: ご一緒にいかがですか?
👉 Service situations: サンプルを試してみませんか?
👉 Professional: ミーティングを予定に入れませんか?
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⭐