Would like Meaning in English
expression
ˈwʊd/ /ˈɫaɪk
WOOD-LIKE
wˈʊd/ /lˈaɪk
WOOD-LIKE
Definition
A polite way to say you want something or want to do something. Used to make requests, offers, or express wishes.
Usage & Nuances
'Would like' is more polite than 'want' and commonly used in restaurants, shops, or formal requests. Typical patterns: 'would like to' + verb, or 'would like' + noun. Not used for strong desires or informal speech; say 'want' with friends.
Spanish: gustaría - querer (formal)Portuguese (BR): gostaria (de)Portuguese (PT): gostaria (de)Chinese (Simplified): 想要 - 希望Chinese (Traditional): 想要 - 希望Hindi: चाहना (vinamr/ formal)Arabic: أرغب في - أودBengali: চাইতাম - পছন্দ করতাম (নম্রভাবে)Russian: хотел(а) быJapanese: ～したいです - ～がほしいですVietnamese: muốn (lịch sự) - muốn (làm gì đó)Korean: 원합니다 - ~하고 싶습니다 (공손하게)Turkish: isterim - istemek (nazikçe)Urdu: چاہوں گا - چاہتی ہوں (ادب سے)Indonesian: ingin - ingin (secara sopan)
Example Sentences
Would like some tea, please.
basic
I would like to go home now.
basic
They would like more information.
basic
What would you like to order?
natural
We would like to thank everyone for coming.
natural
If you would like any help, just ask.
natural