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can I order vs could I order

Both 'Can I order?' and 'Could I order?' are correct and commonly used in English. 'Can I order?' is more informal and direct, while 'Could I order?' is slightly more polite and formal. The choice between them depends on the level of formality you want to convey.

Last updated: March 26, 2024 • 3694 views

can I order

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English, especially in informal situations.

This phrase is a direct and informal way to ask if you are able to place an order.

Examples:

Can I order a pizza, please?
Can I order online or do I have to call?
Can I order from the lunch menu at this time?

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So, can I order à la carte?
Can I order the yakame with turkey grease?
- Can I order for you, baby?
(Man) Can I order a shot of Tequila over here?

Alternatives:

May I order
Am I able to order
Is it possible for me to order
Could I place an order
Would it be okay if I ordered

could I order

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English, especially in formal or polite situations.

This phrase is a slightly more polite and formal way to ask if you are able to place an order.

Examples:

Could I order a dessert, please?
Could I order from the breakfast menu even though it's lunchtime?
Could I order a drink at the bar?

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Could I order something to drink please.
Could I order something from room service?
Could I order an espresso while I wait for my friend?
You said I could order what I want.
You know, they told me I could order anything I wanted as my last meal.
I could... I could order you to do it, but that seems a little shameless.
Perhaps Lacey and I could order.
I could order you to do some other...
Maybe I could order that in especially for the Princess.
I could order these rocks online and have them delivered to my house.
- You sure? I could order a test...
But from now on I don't think I couldn't order you around.
- I could order you some blinds if you want.
I could order those fruity drinks I love without feeling judged by some breeder.
I could order a colonoscopy, but I'm not confident it would reveal anything further.
I could order you some nice, heavy curtains, with swags and a pelmet maybe.
I was hoping you'd remember, so I could order something else.
For the first time in my career, I can honestly say that I wish I could disobey orders... just stay here with you instead.
I could order you a pizza.
I went to the principal; he said I couldn't order new materials until Christmas break.

Alternatives:

May I order
Am I able to order
Is it possible for me to order
Can I place an order
Would it be okay if I ordered

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