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Lucas21c Posted 11 years ago
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Natural expression

Could you tell me which one of the following expressions is acceptable? They are questions used for asking a cup of water of a flight attendant on the plane.

1. Would you get me a cup of water, please?
2. Could you get me a cup of water, please?
3. I'd like a cup of water, please.
4. I'd like to drink a cup of water, please.
5. May/Can I drink a cup of water, please?
6. Give me a cup of water, please.
  

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In the US, 2 would be the one most often heard. 3 is an acceptable alternative, less often heard. 1 is also possible, but would be the least often heard.

— Anonymous

  • In the US, 2 would be the one most often heard.
  • 3 is an acceptable alternative, less often heard.
  • 1 is also possible, but would be the least often heard.
  • 4 and 5 are not right for the given context.
  • 6 would be considered rude.
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In the US, 2 would be the one most often heard. 3 is an acceptable alternative, less often heard. 1 is also possible, but would be the least often heard.

4 and 5 are not right for the given context. 6 would be considered rude.
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Could you tell me which one of the following expressions is acceptable? They are questions used for asking a cup of water of a flight attendant on the plane.
The common expression is 'a glass of water'. 'A cup of water' sounds like a child is speaking.

1. Would you get me a cup of water, please?
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lucas21cThey are questions used for asking a cup of water of a flight attendant on the plane.
They are questions used for asking for a cup of water of a flight attendant on a plane. You don't need the because you have not mentioned a particular plane.
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