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In A Restaurant - Conversation-Offering Phrases
In A Restaurant - Conversation-Offering Phrases
It's common to use phrases such as "would you like" and modal forms such as "Can I" or "May I" to
offer something. Here are some of the most important phrases used to offer something:
Informal
Accepting Offers
Accepting offers is just as important, or even more important, than offering things. Make sure to
thank your host. If you don't want to accept an offer, politely refuse. Offering an excuse is also a
good idea in order not to offend your host.
Thank you.
I'd love to.
I'd love some.
That would be nice.
Thank you. I'd like...
Some examples of accepting phrases include:
Sometimes it's necessary to politely refuse an offer even if it's a kind one. In such cases, use these
phrases to politely refuse offers. Provide a reason why you want to refuse an offer rather than just
saying "no."