Phrasal verb
feel like sth
Definition
phrasal verb. To want to have or do something at a particular moment. You use this to express a desire for something, like a snack or an activity.
phrasal verb. A multi-word verb expressing a desire for something (a noun object) or to do something (a gerund). It is typically used for spontaneous inclinations.
Examples
“I feel like a cup of coffee.”
“It's a beautiful day; I feel like going for a walk.”
“After a long week of intense negotiations, she didn't feel like attending the formal gala, preferring a quiet evening instead.”
Examples
simple
“I feel like a cup of coffee.”
contextual
“It's a beautiful day; I feel like going for a walk.”
complex
“After a long week of intense negotiations, she didn't feel like attending the formal gala, preferring a quiet evening instead.”
Usage
This phrase is followed by a noun (what you want) or a verb in its -ing form (what you want to do).
Teaching tip
Contrast with 'want'; 'feel like' is often softer, more spontaneous, and less direct than 'want', which can sound more demanding.
Pitfall
I feel like to watch a movie.
I feel like watching a movie.
After 'feel like', use the -ing form of a verb (a gerund), not the 'to' infinitive.
Phrasal verb
Particles
like
Separability
inseparable
Pattern
feel + like + object/gerund