Вопрос школьника
Find sentences beginning with I wish in Exercise 19. Why do you think Rachel and Nikita say I wish and not I would like?
Ответ от учителя
In Exercise 19, Rachel and Nikita say «I wish» instead of «I would like» because «I wish» expresses a stronger desire or longing for something that is not currently possible or realistic. «I would like» is a more polite and formal way of expressing a desire or preference, but it does not convey the same level of emotion or urgency as «I wish.»
For example, in the exercise, Rachel says «I wish I could speak French fluently.» This implies that she has a strong desire to speak French, but she recognizes that it is not currently possible for her to do so. On the other hand, if she said «I would like to speak French fluently,» it would suggest a more casual or mild interest in learning the language.
Similarly, Nikita says «I wish I had more free time to travel.» This suggests that she feels a strong desire to travel, but her current circumstances do not allow for it. If she said «I would like to have more free time to travel,» it would sound less urgent and more like a general preference.
Overall, using «I wish» instead of «I would like» adds a sense of emotion and longing to the statement, which can help to convey the speaker’s true feelings and desires.
