adjective [ADJECTIVE noun] A formal action, statement, or request is an official one. formally adverb [ADVERB with verb] COBUILD Advanced English Dictionary.

Here are some better phrases to make polite requests in English:

1. “Do you mind…?.”
2. “Would you mind…?
3. “Could I…?”
4. “Would it be ok if…?”
5. “Would it be possible…?”
6. “Would you be willing to…?”

Making Requests in English

1. Can you give me the book?
2. Could you please take off your raincoat?
3. Could you please take me to the dentist?
4. Would you be kind enough to repair my computer?
5. Do you think you could take me to the supermarket?
6. Could I ask you to take me home?
7. Can you tell me what happened?
8. Would you come to my birthday party?

Tips for writing a request letter

1. Explain precisely what your request is.
2. Mention the reason for the request.
3. Use polite language and a professional tone.
4. Demonstrate respect and gratitude to the reader.
5. The content of the letter should be official.
6. You may provide contact information where you can be reached.

1 showing regard for others, in manners, speech, behaviour, etc.; courteous. 2 cultivated or refined. polite society. 3 elegant or polished.

Would you / Would you like to / Could you …?

5 Tips for Polite and Diplomatic Language

• Listen and be understanding.
• Avoid negative words – instead use positive words in a negative form.
• Say the magic word: Sorry.
• Use little words to soften your statements.
• Avoid ‘finger pointing’ statements with the word ‘you’

7 Effective Ways to Ask for Help (and Get It)

1. Demonstrate that you’ve tried to help yourself.
2. Demonstrate that you’ve acted on the person’s advice previously.
3. Consider the timing of your request.
4. Use the “foot-in-the-door” or the “door-in-the-face.”
5. Don’t make someone guess what you want.
6. Make your requests using multiple channels.
7. Give help.