Meaning
Например, если вы хотите пригласить кого-то выпить чашку кофе, вы можете сказать: «Would you like to have a cup of coffee?» Это предложение не только выражает ваше желание угостить человека, но и демонстрирует уважение к его выбору, поскольку он может отказаться или согласиться по своему усмотрению.
Использование «Would you like to» делает ваше предложение более мягким и учтивым, что особенно важно в формальных или новых отношениях. Это выражение помогает избежать прямоты, которая может быть воспринята как требование, и вместо этого приглашает к свободному выбору.
Важно помнить, что после «Would you like to» должно следовать глагольное действие в инфинитивной форме, например: «Would you like to join us for dinner?»
Таким образом, фраза «Would you like to» является отличным инструментом для создания приятной и уважительной атмосферы в общении на английском языке.
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?
Хотите оставить сообщение?
Alright.
I’ll just call back tomorrow.
Я просто перезвоню завтра.
Absolutely.
He’s expected in the office at 10 am.
Он ожидается в офисе в 10 утра.
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?
Хотите оставить сообщение?
I’ll leave you my number.
Can she call me back?
Может ли она мне перезвонить?
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.
Я принесу вам ваш размер.
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.
Я нашел все, что искал.
I’m glad to hear that.
Would you like to pay cash or credit card?
Вы хотите оплатить наличными или кредитной картой?
Credit card, please.
Situation 2
Did you find everything you were looking for today?
Yes I did.
Thank you for asking.
Спасибо за вопрос.
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?
👉 Используется для предложения, приглашения или рекомендации действия кому-либо.
👉 Показывает вежливость и уважение к выбору.
Примеры:
👉 Would you like to join us for lunch?
👉 Would you like to try a different option?
«Would you like to» + начальная форма глагола...?
Примеры:
👉 Would you like to go out tonight?
👉 Would you like to learn more about the program?
👉 Социальные приглашения: Would you like to come with us?
👉 Ситуации обслуживания: Would you like to try a sample?
👉 Профессиональные: 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⭐
