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How do you say Would like some coffee in Russian?

There are a few ways to say "Would you like some coffee?" in Russian, depending on the level of formality and politeness you want to convey:

Formal:

* Хотите кофе? (Khotite kofe?) - This is the most formal and polite way to ask. It literally translates to "Do you want coffee?"

* Не желаете ли кофе? (Ne zhelaye li kofe?) - This is a slightly more formal and polite way to ask. It literally translates to "Wouldn't you like some coffee?"

Informal:

* Хочешь кофе? (Khochesh kofe?) - This is the informal way to ask, using the familiar "you" (ты). It literally translates to "Do you want coffee?"

* Кофе будешь? (Kofe budesh?) - This is a very informal way to ask, using the informal "you" (ты) and a colloquial expression. It literally translates to "Will you have some coffee?"

Offering coffee:

* Я предлагаю вам кофе. (Ya predlagayu vam kofe.) - This is a polite way to offer coffee, meaning "I offer you coffee."

The best option for you will depend on the context and your relationship with the person you are speaking to.

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