i wish to tell you that vs i want to tell you

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. They convey a similar meaning of expressing a desire or intention to communicate something to someone. The choice between 'I wish to tell you that' and 'I want to tell you' depends on the level of formality or personal preference of the speaker.

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i wish to tell you that

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express a desire or intention to communicate something to someone.

This phrase is more formal and polite compared to 'I want to tell you'. It is often used in professional or formal settings.

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I wish to tell you that last week, the European Commission sent a delegation to Chişinău for technical consultations with the authorities on negotiating a new agreement.
I wish to tell you that, this morning, COREPER adopted the compromise text that has been tabled for your vote.
It will assess the economic impact on the aircraft market, whether or not aircraft are defined as complex, and I wish to tell you that we have taken due note of your request.
I wish to tell you that, despite Russia's wealth of natural oil and gas resources, President Putin has stated that one of Russia's main priorities in the future is to develop nuclear energy.
On the other hand, however, I wish to tell you that we always follow, and I believe that there will be no departure from, the decisions that have been taken.
I wish to tell you that this moment has come... that I have been in the towns and villages... and have called upon the people to unite... to organize themselves for the struggle for power.
I wish to tell you that the best thing that Europe can do at the present time for Portugal - the country that I know best - is to offer a swift and effective response to the populations affected, of which there are many throughout my country.
From this point of view, I wish to tell you that the Commission opposed the common position because we felt that, in particular with reference to the budget, such a small amount does not in the least respond to the aspirations which we had.
I wish to condemn the arrest and sentencing of Aleksander Kazulin, who is currently on hunger strike in prison, and I wish to tell you that we are convinced that Belarus's future lies in sharing in the freedom and prosperity of democratic Europe.
I also wish to tell you that there has been some progress on urban-related issues in the negotiations as well.
I also wish to tell you that we need to give a new boost to every aspect of the telecommunications sector: GMES, environmental protection, the Galileo programme and security.
I also wish to tell you that I took due note of the request by your colleagues in the Pan-African Parliament for financial support for this institution with respect for its autonomy.
Father, I wish to tell you about my first marriage to Prince Arthur, his Majesty's older brother.
I wish to tell you, ladies and gentlemen, that, of course, I share many of the aspirations that you have expressed here today.
Mr President, I wish to tell the honourable Member that there seems to have been a mistake.
I wish to tell Mr de Grandes Pascual that we have not neglected mountain routes, particularly the Pyrenees.
I wish to tell you about a letter written by my nephew... ...received this very night, in fact
Madam President, firstly I wish to tell Mr Monti that I will not be engaging in any personal attacks on him - he has an extremely difficult job.
Mr President, I wish to tell the House that, 10 days ago, Professor Venios Angelopoulos of the Athens Polytechnic travelled to JFK airport in the United States and disappeared.
Mr President, I wish to tell the Commissioner that I am looking forward to meeting him tomorrow in order to exchange experiences and points of view concerning the social agenda.

Alternatives:

I would like to tell you that
I desire to tell you that
I intend to tell you that

i want to tell you

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express a desire or intention to communicate something to someone.

This phrase is more casual and direct compared to 'I wish to tell you that'. It is suitable for informal conversations or everyday communication.

Alternatives:

I would like to tell you
I need to tell you
I have to tell you

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