Suggestions

 

How to make suggestions

The Polite & Classic (The "Standard")

These are perfect for someone you don't know very well or if you want to be a bit more "chivalrous."

• Would you like to have an ice cream with me?
• I was wondering if you’d like to get an ice cream later.

The Casual & Friendly (The "Everyday")

• Do you want to have an ice cream with me?
• Do you fancy an ice cream? (Very common in British English).
• Are you up for getting an ice cream?

N. B. Do you fancy  having an ice cream ?

The "Suggestion" Style (The "Soft Sell")

Instead of asking "Do you want to," you suggest the idea to see how they react.

• How about having an ice cream?
• What about having an ice cream?
• Why don't we go and  have an ice cream?
• Shall we go and have an ice cream? (Classic, slightly elegant).

The Direct & Spontaneous (The "Cool" Way)

Perfect for when you are already walking or acting on a sudden thought.

• Let's grab an ice cream!
• Ice cream? (Short, sweet, and works every time with a smile).
• I’m headed for an ice cream—want to come along?

Comparison Summary

• "Do you want to get an ice cream?" = Let's buy one and keep moving.
• "Fancy having an ice cream with me?" = Let's enjoy the ice cream together (sitting down).