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I wanted to have siblings. vs I wanted to have sibling

Both phrases are correct, but they have slightly different meanings. 'I wanted to have siblings' implies a desire for more than one sibling, while 'I wanted to have a sibling' indicates a desire for just one sibling. The choice between the two depends on the specific number of siblings the speaker is referring to.

Last updated: March 11, 2024 • 774 views

I wanted to have siblings.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when expressing a desire to have more than one sibling.

Examples:

  • I always wished I had siblings to play with.
  • Growing up, I wanted to have siblings to share my experiences with.
  • She felt lonely as a child and wished she had siblings.
  • While I was in Australia I changed my host family because I wanted to have siblings who I was able to interact with. I also changed because I didn't get enough ...
  • Feb 29, 2012 ... I wanted to have siblings, but hearing about sibling rivalry makes me want to thank my parents (sometimes). Of course, just because I don't ...

Alternatives:

  • I wanted to have brothers and sisters.
  • I wished I had siblings.
  • I desired to have siblings.
  • I dreamt of having siblings.
  • I longed for siblings.

I wanted to have sibling

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when expressing a desire to have one sibling.

Examples:

  • As an only child, I always wanted to have a sibling.
  • She grew up feeling lonely and wished she had a sibling.
  • I wanted to have a sibling to share my childhood memories with.

Alternatives:

  • I wanted to have a brother or sister.
  • I wished I had a sibling.
  • I desired to have a sibling.
  • I dreamt of having a sibling.
  • I longed for a sibling.

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