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Anonymous Posted 16 years ago
Grammar

I vs. You in Booking a Reservation

A. Can I make a reservation for two, please?
B. Can you make me a reservation for two, please?

C. I'd like to book a room for Friday, please.

D. Could you book me a room for Friday, please?

E. Can I reserve a table for four, please?
F. Can you reserve a table for me for four, please?

1. Which of the sentences above are natural?
2. I'm confused who makes or books a reservation. Is it I or the person I'm speaking to?
3. Please improve my sentences if necessary.

Thank you for your assistance.
  

Top answer

1. All are. 2.

— Mister Micawber

  • 1.
  • All are.
  • 2.
  • As you can see from the sentences, the verb works either way.
  • 3.
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1. All are.
2. As you can see from the sentences, the verb works either way.
3. They are perfect as they stand.
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Thank you so much. This is more than clear to me now. Emotion: smile
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