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Anonymous Posted 14 years ago
Vocabulary
Whats the difference ?
Whats the difference between "I'd like to" & "I want"
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It can depend on context. In some situations there would be no difference. Generally speaking, "I want to X" means that you have some intention of doing X, or at least consider it possible.
- It can depend on context.
- In some situations there would be no difference.
- Generally speaking, "I want to X" means that you have some intention of doing X, or at least consider it possible.
- I'd like to X" can be used sarcastically to describe something you have no intention of doing, or which you know is impossible.
- " It's more cooperative -- more polite.
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It can depend on context. In some situations there would be no difference.
Generally speaking, "I want to X" means that you have some intention of doing X, or at least consider it possible.
I'd like to X" can be used sarcastically to describe something you have no intention of doing, or which you know is impossible. "I'd like to kill that guy!"
Or it can be a
Generally speaking, "I want to X" means that you have some intention of doing X, or at least consider it possible.
I'd like to X" can be used sarcastically to describe something you have no intention of doing, or which you know is impossible. "I'd like to kill that guy!"
Or it can be a
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