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i like vs I like reading

Both phrases are correct, but they have different meanings and contexts. 'I like' is a simple statement expressing a preference or enjoyment, while 'I like reading' specifies the activity that is liked. The choice between the two depends on whether you want to express a general preference or a specific liking for reading.

Last updated: March 25, 2024 • 775 views

i like

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express a preference or enjoyment.

This phrase is used to express a general preference or enjoyment for something without specifying the activity or object liked.

Examples:

  • I like ice cream.
  • She likes to dance.
  • They like traveling.
  • Oohh baby, you know what i like...
  • Im very energetic person and friendly and i like to meet new people.
  • On the other side, i like bands like Evanescence or Linking Park.
  • I would like an Au pair because i like kids and take care.
  • It's not about what i like.
  • I lived abroad, i like to know new people.
  • Every time I see a picture in the newspaper i like, Your name's on it.
  • I'm open for new experience, i like adventures, so you won't be boring with me...
  • Log in to Reply by Amedar Consulting Group August 27, 2012 Edit whoah this blog is wonderful i like reading your articles.
  • Helo i like to add my hotel
  • Send Free Request Letter to the family I am currently working as aupair in Netherlands and i like to take care of children.
  • whoah this blog is wonderful i like reading your articles.
  • I want to be you au pair.I love this job, because i like spent time with children.
  • i like football... lets talk about it:P
  • What i like is the music, not if somebody comes from Africa or from French, that's not important.
  • So my best friend doesn't believe me, And neither does the guy i like.
  • i like to try this and teach you smth probably
  • am loving and fun, i like learning new cultures.
  • i like the fact that you are also using this Google Earth Tool.
  • I suppose that one of my characteristics that makes me stand out, is that i like to take initiative in every part of life.

Alternatives:

  • I enjoy
  • I prefer
  • I love
  • I am fond of
  • I have a liking for

I like reading

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to specify the activity that is liked.

This phrase is used to express a specific liking for the activity of reading.

Examples:

  • I like reading mystery novels.
  • He likes reading poetry.
  • She likes reading in the park.
  • So I like reading your mail.
  • Bit I like reading your stories.
  • No, I like reading on this thing.
  • I like reading the box scores.
  • No. I like reading it here.
  • -I like reading them backwards.
  • I like reading, singing, outdoor life.
  • I like reading comic books and dressing like a dude.

Alternatives:

  • I enjoy reading
  • I am fond of reading
  • I have a liking for reading
  • Reading is something I like
  • Reading is something I enjoy

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