Question

Find out an expression which makes a suggestion

• A. What does Sheela want to buy?
• B. I wonder if you could come back of 3'O clock sir
• C. Would you like to see the horror film ?
• D. What about a cup of coffee

Answer 1

Answer:

D. What about a cup of coffee

Suggestions in English

• Making suggestions is a crucial aspect of effective communication, particularly in both social and professional settings.
• In English, several grammatical structures are used to propose an idea or action. These often involve modal verbs, interrogative forms, or specific phrases.
• Common Structures for Suggestions:
  • 'Shall we...?' / 'Shall I...?': Used primarily in British English for suggestions, especially when seeking agreement. Example: 'Shall we go for a walk?'
  • 'Why don't we...?' / 'Why don't you...?': A very common and informal way to make a suggestion. It's a rhetorical question implying a proposal. Example: 'Why don't we try that new restaurant?'
  • 'How about...?' / 'What about...?': These phrases are used to introduce a suggestion, often followed by a noun or a gerund (-ing form of a verb). They are versatile and can be used in various contexts. Example: 'How about a movie tonight?' or 'What about going to the park?'
  • 'Let's...': A contraction of 'let us', this is a direct and common way to suggest an action that the speaker wants to include themselves in. Example: 'Let's finish this report.'
  • 'We could...' / 'You could...': Modal verb 'could' expresses possibility and is often used to make polite suggestions. Example: 'We could meet tomorrow.'
• Contextual Nuance: The choice of phrase depends on the level of formality, the relationship between the speakers, and the desired tone. 'Let's' is generally informal, while 'Shall we?' can be more formal. 'How about/What about' are quite flexible.
• Exam Relevance: Questions in competitive exams often test the understanding of these different idiomatic expressions and their appropriate usage in given contexts. Identifying the correct phrasing for a suggestion is a common type of grammar or usage question.