I would like to have it vs I like to have it

Both phrases are correct, but they have slightly different meanings and contexts. 'I would like to have it' implies a polite request or desire for something, while 'I like to have it' simply expresses a preference or enjoyment of having something. The use of 'would' in the first phrase adds a sense of politeness or formality.

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This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express a polite request or desire for something.

"I would like to have it"

This phrase is used to politely express a desire or request for something. It is often used in formal or polite contexts.

Examples:

I would like to have a cup of tea, please.
She said she would like to have the report by tomorrow.
Would you like to have some dessert after dinner?
I would like to have a word with you in private.
He would like to have a new car for his birthday.

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I would like to have it
I would like to discuss some...
I would like to thank you all for coming today.
I would like to thank all those responsible.
I would like to expressly congratulate Mrs Roth-Behrendt on her report.
With regard to macroeconomic issues, I would like to refer to three points.
I would like to stay on until the nerve gas is retrieved.
I would like to... do more hypnotherapy, and increase his medication.
And I would like to have the four ladies over here.
He said something that I would like to ask you directly.
I would like to initiate a clinical trial.
Your Honor, I would like to request a sidebar.
I would like to discuss this with my attorney in private.
I would like to corroborate your story before we proceed.
Secondly, I would like to thank Flik...
Frank Hart, I would like to shake your hand.
I would like to buy that rented flat.
I would like to invite both of you for lunch.
I would like to see her alone first.
I would like to say something.
I would like to pay my respects to Larissa Dmitrievna.

Alternatives:

I would like to receive it.
I would like to get it.
I would like to obtain it.
I would like to acquire it.
I would like to possess it.

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

"I like to have it"

This phrase is used to express a preference or enjoyment of having something. It does not imply a request or desire for something.

Examples:

I like to have a cup of coffee in the morning.
She likes to have her room tidy at all times.
He likes to have control over the situation.
I like to have a good book to read on weekends.
They like to have a picnic in the park.

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The tree has this characteristic and I like to have it in my study.
I like to have it on my person at all times, in case I need a quick "inspo sesh."
I like to have it for my files.
You know, I like to have it all mapped out.
Even at my age, I like to have it occasionally.
I like to have it in tune.
When I sit down to an instrument, I like to have it in tune.

Alternatives:

I enjoy having it.
I prefer to have it.
I love having it.
I am fond of having it.
I take pleasure in having it.

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