3. May I (do something)?
● modal verb that indicates a
possibility, a concession, or a
request
May I offer you my help?
May I carry your bag for you?
4. Would you like me to
(do something)?
● Would like - conditional, used to
express an offer of help to
someone
Would you like me to open the
window?
Would you like me to bring you a
drink?
5. Can I (do something)?
● Can - modal verb used to offer
help, less formal
Can I bring you dessert?
Can I give you a lift?
6. Do you want me to (do
something)?
● less formal, used when you are
not completely sure of the answer
your offer will receive
Do you want me to go for you?
Do you want me to come to pick
you up?
7. Shall I (do something)
● only used in first person singular
and plural
Shall I turn off the radio?
Shall I help you with your
homework?
9. I’d be happy to (do
something)
● formal way of offering help, often
used in the workplace
I’d be happy to reschedule the
appointment.
I’d be happy to go with you.
10. I can (do something)
● a kind way to offer help to
someone, in both interrogative
and affirmative forms
I can write this email for you.
I can go buy some coffee if you
want.
11. Let me (do something)
● a kind but informal way of
offering assistance
Let me help you with your jacket.
Let me find out if it’s true.
12. I will (do something)
● informal way to offer aid
I’ll go shopping for you.
I’ll go to the chemist’s/pharmacy for
you.
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