# I would like

idiom · CEFR A1

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/i-would-like
Updated: 2026-04-22

## Meaning

A polite way to say 'I want'. You use it when you ask for something, for example in a shop or restaurant.

## Examples

- I would like a coffee, please.
- When the waiter arrived at our table, I told him that I would like the grilled fish.
- After reviewing the menu carefully, I decided that I would like to try the chef's special, as it sounded like a truly unique culinary experience.

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