Inviting

Do you want to (wanna) dance?

No thanks. I'm kind of tired right now.

Would you like to go hiking this weekend?

Sure. I'd love to. What time should we meet?

How about going swimming on Friday?

Uh. Can I get back to you on that?

How would you like to play golf tomorrow?

Sounds like a great idea. Where do you want to go?

Note the difference between Would you like to V (inviting) and Would you like a/some N (offering).

Do you wanna V is very informal and common among friends. The phrase is often pronounced "Djwanna V..?" or reduced to Wanna V… ?

How about V+ing usually introduces a spontaneous suggestion or idea.

A: What do you wanna do this afternoon? B: How about going to Saratoga? A: Good idea. Or maybe we could see a movie.

How would you like to V is often used to introduce a planned activity that is not expected by the listener.

A: How would you like to go to the John Elton concert with me this Friday? B: I'd love to! (I never thought you'd ask.)

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