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I want water vs I want some water

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'I want water' is more direct and general, while 'I want some water' is more specific and implies a quantity. The choice between the two depends on the level of specificity the speaker wants to convey.

Last updated: March 17, 2024 • 8117 views

I want water

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is a direct way to express the desire for water without specifying a quantity. It is commonly used in everyday conversations.

Examples:

I want water, please.
She wants water to drink.
Do you want water with your meal?

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I want water more than anything.
To me you are a lily, and I want water.
When I want water, I have a different way of asking for it.
I want water and air support, yesterday!
"He said, 'My brothers are dying out of thirst. I want water please.'"
I want our water supply set up in one hour.
And I want those water sample results.
Mom, I want sweet water.
If I had run as far as you, I would want water, too.
I want running water in all the work rooms.
No, I want fizzy water.
I want the water, Quick.
I don't want water from Vasteras.
I want soap, water and blankets.
I want to water my garden. I want our kids to have fresh fruits and vegetables.
I paid and I want my water!
What if I want the water?
But I want my water back, all right?
Serena And Dan, I Want Every Water Glass Filled, And Every Candle You Can Find Lit.
I want that entire water park contained and quarantined until I get some answers.

Alternatives:

I would like some water.
Can I have water?
Water, please.

I want some water

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when the speaker wants to specify the quantity of water they desire. It is also a polite way to make a request for water.

Examples:

I want some water to quench my thirst.
Could you bring me some water, please?
I want some water with ice.

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I want a job. I want an aspirin. I want a new car. I want a drink. I want an orange. I want some change. I want a room. I want the newspaper. I want some water.
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Water the plants. (CK); [S] · [T] Here's some water. (CK); [S] · [T] I drank the water. (learnaspossible); [S] · [T] I need some water. (CK); [S] · [T] I want some water.

Alternatives:

I would like some water.
Can I have some water?
May I have some water, please?

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