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Expressing "would like to" with 想 ("xiang3")

想 xiǎng

Verb
HSK 2

Structure

Subj. + 想 + Verb (+ Obj.) Subj. + 不 + 想 + Verb + Obj.

Translations

  • would
  • like
  • want

Definition

想 是一个情态动词，表示主观的愿望、意愿或希望做某事。常用于表达礼貌的请求或提议。

想 is a modal verb indicating a subjective desire, wish, or inclination to do something. It is often used to express polite requests or suggestions.

Usage

想 放在动词前面，表示说话者想要做某事。常用于“想 + 动词”的结构。否定形式为“不想”。

想 is placed before a verb to indicate the speaker wants to do something. The structure is often '想 + verb'. The negative form is '不想'.

Examples

  • 1 我想喝一杯咖啡。 (I would like to have a cup of coffee.)
  • 2 你想去公园散步吗？ (Would you like to go for a walk in the park?)
  • 3 他不想看电视。 (He does not want to watch TV.)
  • 4 我们想明天见面。 (We would like to meet tomorrow.)
  • 5 你想吃什么？ (What would you like to eat?)

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