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What is the difference between I want to and I would like to ?Feel free to just provide example sentences.
What is the difference between I want to and I would like to ?Feel free to just provide example sentences.
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That's a bit difficult to answer... I think that "would like to" can sound a bit uncertain.
For example: "I would like to go to the party (...but i might not be able to).
I also think that "would like to" sounds more formal/polite than "want to".
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I think "would like" sounds a bit softer. It's less strong. You don't particularly care if it doesn't happen, but it would be good if it did.
Want expresses a stronger desire.
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Using the word "would" tends to be more polite because it isn't as harsh in its intention. For example, "I wouldn't do that." sounds nicer than "Don't do that".
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