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I wish I were younger. vs I wish I was younger.

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I wish I were younger' is the subjunctive mood, used to express hypothetical or unreal situations. 'I wish I was younger' is more informal and is commonly used in everyday speech.
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I wish I were younger.

This phrase is correct and is used in the subjunctive mood to express hypothetical or unreal situations.

This phrase is used when expressing a wish for something that is not true or possible, such as being younger.
  • Oct 7, 2024 ... I wish I were younger and healthier! I would love to take part. Our church is leaving tomorrow with a box trailer of supplies we have ...
  • I wish I were younger.” “I wish I were able to go.” “I wish I were with you now.” “I wish I weren't working.” “I wish I were at the beach.” I Wish I Was. 'I ...
  • Jul 25, 2024 ... I was 39 when I had my son. Physically, I wish I were younger. Recovery was hard and I need reading glasses to get through bedtime stories. But ...
  • Dec 16, 2023 ... ... I wish I were younger—but not too young. My best years were probably from 45 to 60, maybe 65, and if I could find that damned elusive genie ...
  • Aug 28, 2018 ... ... I wish I were younger—but not too young. My best years were probably from 45 to 60, maybe 65, and if I could find that damned elusive genie ...
  • Jul 6, 2024 ... what did I think about this expression? Ardnamurchan 5-year “April Fool – Extremely Old, I wish I were Younger” (2022) 53.2% (The Whisky ...
  • Sep 30, 2024 ... I wish I were younger, I would have myself there cooking up some good cajun foods for all the first responders, Military, fire depts., and ...
  • Oct 14, 2021 ... ... I wish I were younger—but not too young. My best years were probably from 45 to 60, maybe 65, and if I could find that damned elusive genie ...
  • Jul 22, 2013 ... I wish I were younger,” I said to myself while reading the final few pages of Stephen King's latest novel, Joyland.
  • May 1, 2024 ... I have often mentioned to my wife Marcie that I wish I were younger so that I could be with you all for a great length of time. I have ...

Alternatives:

  • I wish I were taller.
  • If I were you, I would...
  • I wish I were a millionaire.
  • I wish I were in Hawaii.
  • I wish I were more confident.

I wish I was younger.

This phrase is correct and is commonly used in informal speech to express a wish for something that is not true or possible.

This phrase is used in everyday conversation when expressing a desire to be younger.
  • Sep 11, 2021 ... While I wish I was younger and have knowledge beyond my years I would then not have what I have now, I am lucky enough to have a good job, a ...
  • I Wish I Was Younger. Rooftime. Oceans Away20233:17. Rooftime. Artist. Rooftime. Recommended based on this song.
  • Sep 29, 2024 ... I wish I was younger now that Kpop is mainstream. Discussion. Just some thoughts and if there are other old Kpop fans that feel the same as me ...
  • Aug 28, 2018 ... ... , a sunrise, to live. Of course I wish I was younger, but only if I could take what I learned with me and do things differently. Upvote ·. 2K2K.
  • Oct 28, 2023 ... ... I wish I was younger. I'm enjoying life (even the tough times although not then lol) and wish there was more time. Upvote 1. Downvote Reply ...
  • Mar 14, 2013 ... But there are points in my life where I regret being 17 - I either wish I was older or I wish I was younger. Younger - because It woul.
  • May 27, 2016 ... Well I can tell you as a 32-year-old adult, I wish I was younger. I wouldn't go back to my early teens when I was made fun of for being ...
  • May 6, 2022 ... And when I get something wrong or feel a bit old I wish I was younger. My parents want so much from me and don't give me attention only ...
  • May 11, 2018 ... Younger Lyrics: I wish I was younger / The fat kid with the big, blue eyes full of wonder / No shame, no fame, no worries, ...
  • Oct 18, 2018 ... People say “I wish” about things that would like to be true, such as, “I wish I was younger,” “I wish my job didn't suck,” and “I wish I had ...

Alternatives:

  • I wish I was taller.
  • I wish I was in better shape.
  • I wish I was more organized.
  • I wish I was on vacation.
  • I wish I was a better cook.

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