Complete Guide to Using “I would like to + (verb)” in English

The phrase “I would like to + verb” is a polite and formal way to express your desires, wishes, or intentions. This construction is commonly used in both professional and personal contexts to make requests or share aspirations politely.

“I would like to” Usage Examples

Sno	English Example	Hindi Translation	Context Type
1	I would like to answer that question.	मैं उस सवाल का जवाब देना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।	Formal response
2	I would like to compete in a cooking contest.	मैं कुकिंग प्रतियोगिता में भाग लेना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।	Aspiration
3	I would like to explain myself.	मैं अपनी बात समझाना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।	Clarification
4	I would like to invite you over.	मैं आपको घर बुलाना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।	Social invitation
5	I would like to practice.	मैं अभ्यास करना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।	Skill development
6	I would like to become a doctor.	मैं डॉक्टर बनना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।	Career goal
7	I would like to see you more often.	मैं आपको अधिक बार मिलना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।	Relationship desire
8	I would like to thank you.	मैं आपको धन्यवाद देना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।	Gratitude
9	I would like to learn about animals.	मैं जानवरों के बारे में सीखना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।	Educational interest
10	I would like to meet the President.	मैं राष्ट्रपति से मिलना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।	Formal meeting
11	I would like to order now.	मैं अभी ऑर्डर करना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।	Service request
12	I would like to improve my English.	मैं अपनी अंग्रेज़ी सुधारना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।	Self-improvement
13	I would like to visit Paris.	मैं पेरिस घूमना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।	Travel desire
14	I would like to change my seat.	मैं अपनी सीट बदलना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।	Preference change
15	I would like to make a complaint.	मैं एक शिकायत दर्ज करना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।	Formal complaint

Contracted Form: “I’d like to”

Sno	English Example	Hindi Translation
1	I’d like to try that.	मैं वह आज़माना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।
2	I’d like to join you.	मैं आपके साथ जुड़ना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।
3	I’d like to help.	मैं मदद करना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।
4	I’d like to know more.	मैं और जानना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।
5	I’d like to leave early.	मैं जल्दी निकलना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी।

Key Grammar Rules

1. Polite Structure:
   • Always use “would like to” + base form of verb
   • Correct: “I would like to go”
   • Incorrect: “I would like going”
2. Contractions:
   • “I would” can be contracted to “I’d” in informal contexts
   • Example: “I’d like to visit”
3. Negative Form:
   • “I would not like to” or “I wouldn’t like to”
   • Example: “I wouldn’t like to disturb you”
4. Question Form:
   • “Would you like to…?”
   • Example: “Would you like to join us?”

Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ “I would like going there”
✅ “I would like to go there” (infinitive required)

❌ “I would liking to eat”
✅ “I would like to eat” (base form)

❌ “I like to eat” (less polite)
✅ “I would like to eat” (more polite)

Formal vs Informal Comparison

Formal	Informal	Hindi Meaning
I would like to meet you	I wanna meet you	मैं आपसे मिलना चाहता/चाहती हूँ
I would like to eat pizza	I’d like to eat pizza	मैं पिज़्ज़ा खाना चाहूँगा/चाहूँगी