would like

A polite way to say what you want or ask what someone wants.

• I would like some water, please.
• Would you like to come with us?
• She would like her children to learn French.

How to use it: would like something (Would you like a blanket?); would like to do something (I would like to visit your city.); would like someone to do something (We would like you to join us.)

Similar words: want, wish for

Common phrases: would like something, would like to go, would like some help

A polite way to tell a server which food or drink you want to order.

• I would like a coffee, please.
• We would like two salads and some bread.
• She said she would like the fish with rice.

How to use it: would like something (I would like the soup, please.)

Similar words: want, order

Common phrases: would like soup, would like a coffee, would like the chicken