Talking about things you are interested in doing
I would like to + (verb)
The structure I would like to is used to talk about things you are interested in doing.
- I’d like to become an actor.
- I’d like to learn the guitar.
- I’d like to be the next President.
- I’d like to buy a big car.
- I’d like to invite them to the party.
- I’d like to meet the manager.
- I’d like to get some rest.
- I’d like to take a look at the house.
I would like can be followed by a noun. This structure is used to talk about things we would like to have.
- I’d like some tea.
- I’d like some rest.
- I’d like an answer.
- I’d like some advice.
I want you to + (verb)
This structure is used to tell someone that you would like them to do something.
- I want you to go home. (= I would like you to go home.)
- I want you to leave now.
- I want you to stop now.
- I want you to do the shopping.
- I want you to do the dishes. (To do the dishes is to wash them.)
- I want you to cook dinner.
- I want you to learn your lessons.
- I want you to help me.
I need you to has a similar meaning.
- I need you to study harder.
- I need you to explain your decision to me.
- I need you to help me.
