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I hope we could vs I hope we can

Both 'I hope we could' and 'I hope we can' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I hope we could' refers to a hypothetical or unlikely situation in the past, while 'I hope we can' refers to a desire or possibility in the present or future.
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This phrase is correct when referring to a hypothetical or unlikely situation in the past.

"I hope we could"

This phrase is used when expressing a wish or desire about something that could have happened in the past but did not. It implies a sense of regret or longing.

Examples:

  • I hope we could have gone to the concert last night.
  • I hope we could have helped them when they needed it.
  • Aug 1, 2021 ... can we say "I hope we could work together in future". "could" is sometimes used for past and future at same time. can someone explain.
  • Jul 29, 2024 ... I hope we could one day witness Hyourinjutsu level what-ifs in DBSZ · Comments Section · Community Info Section · More posts you may like.
  • Jan 7, 2018 ... “so do I”, “I hope we could meet someday too". Or just reject them, depends on what you want to do. Do you want to meet them? Or not? Upvote ·.
  • Dec 23, 2023 ... I hope we could get a larger ship in a future expansion. Rogue Trader: Story. I'm still in chapter 2, really wish there is a quest to acquire larger ships like ...
  • Aug 12, 2010 ... I hope we could spend more time together. A few hours is better than never if we could only make it longer a hole day would be fine.
  • Feb 1, 2022 ... 152 likes, 9 comments - giorgiopb on February 1, 2022: "We miss you venom! I hope we could shoot with you again some day!".
  • Congratulations Santi! I hope we could assist you having a pleasant 31st birthday with our away win today! #GetWellSoon #Arsenal.
  • Feb 28, 2015 ... I would say: "I hope we could get along for the sake of happiness" or if you meet the person for the first time it is better to say "I hope ...
  • Mar 21, 2019 ... Synonym for I hope we could meet soon. @ooll They mean the same thing and you can use both but if you want to be a little more formal you ...

Alternatives:

  • I wish we could
  • I wish we had
  • I wish we were able to

This phrase is correct when expressing a desire or possibility in the present or future.

"I hope we can"

This phrase is used when expressing a hope or desire for something that is possible or likely to happen in the present or future. It conveys optimism or anticipation.

Examples:

  • I hope we can meet for lunch tomorrow.
  • I hope we can find a solution to this problem.
  • 3 days ago ... I hope we can put him inside our teapot. Media. I named him "Ryuu". r ...
  • Aug 23, 2024 ... I am back ... and I hope we can continue where we've stopped in Summer 2023. Thanks to everyone who made this comeback possible.
  • 2 days ago ... Whatever happens in the next Halo, I hope we can still swap vehicle seats and pick up fusion coils. Discussion. I also think the equipment in ...
  • Feb 18, 2019 ... Why say “I hope we can still be friends” if you don't mean it? It's more polite saying I don't want you to talk to me ever again. Polite ...
  • I hope we can live on the moon someday by Librarian, released 16 December 2016.
  • Jan 7, 2018 ... What is a response to a person saying, “I hope we can meet someday”? All related (56).
  • Jan 17, 2021 ... How can I respond to “I hope we can be friends”? All related (44).
  • Apr 4, 2021 ... 1M likes, 8333 comments - barackobama on April 4, 2021: "This Easter, I hope we can all take some time to reflect on the blessings we enjoy ...
  • Feb 9, 2006 ... please could somebody translate this for me into spanish.. " i hope we can talk again soon " "take care, love Kim " thank you very much kim ...

Alternatives:

  • I hope we will be able to
  • I hope we manage to
  • I hope we succeed in

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