Modal Verbs To Make Requests
We use the verbs would, could, will and can to make a request or to give somebody an instruction to do something. Would and could sound more polite.
Examples: 1. Would you please bring me a coffee? 2. Could you open the window?
— 1. Вы могли бы принести мне кофе? 2. Вы не могли бы открыть окно?
Will and can are used in everyday situations.
Examples: 1. Will you tell me a story? 2. Can you leave me alone? — 1. Ты расскажешь мне какую-нибудь историю? 2. Вы не оставите меня одного?
