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Alice
Would like to + infinitive
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Are these sentences correct?
Positive Form
I would like to buy a new car.
I'd like to buy a new car.
Negative Form
I would not like to buy a new car.
I wouldn't like to buy a new car.
Question Form
Would you like to buy a new car? Yes, I would. No, I wouldn't.
Is it correct to use the grammar (would like to + infinitive) in the negative sentences
and is it correct to say the short answer to the question Would you like to buy a new car? Yes, I would. No, I wouldn't.
Mar 22, 2016 3:29 PM
Answers · 3
1
'Yes' to both those questions. All your sentences are perfect. Well done!
March 22, 2016
Hi there,
It`s all correct. However, I would like to point out a few things.
When we talk about structure it`s best to call something like this the infinitive : TO BUY
so the structure of a negative sentence is `wouldn`t like + infinitive` = wouldn`t like to buy
Also, it sounds much more natural to say : I don`t want to buy a new car. This sounds more natural to my American ears when expressing a desire.
I hope it helps.:)
March 22, 2016
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