Etiqueta
Negação ou fórmula dubitativa
Produz um efeito de sentido de dúvida sobre se o pedido será atendido, afastando ou reduzindo sua força ilocucionária.
Tipo: Modificador morfossintático
Exemplos: Você não pode me emprestar…? Será que… ? Se você puder...
Hi, I’m your neighbor from next door. I was wondering if I could ask a favor—I'm expecting a package while I’ll be out of town, and I’d feel better if it could be left with someone I trust. Would you mind accepting it for me when it arrives? I’d really appreciate it and would be happy to return the favor anytime. ›
Hello, I'm your next door neighbor, Xxxxx. I have a huge favor to ask. I will be out of town next week when a delivery has been rescheduled to arrive. Would you be able to keep your eye out for it and then store it for me until I return? I would appreciate it so much! And if you like cookies, I would really like to bake you some as a thank you. ›
Hi! I'm sorry to bother you, but I wanted to introduce myself. My name is __________. I recently moved next door and will be out of town for a new days. If it's not too much trouble, would you be able to pick up and hold a package that is supposed to be delivered while I am away? I would happily do the same for you. ›