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I would like to know vs I want to know

Both "I would like to know" and "I want to know" are correct and common in English. The choice between them depends on the level of formality or politeness you wish to express.
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I would like to know

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English, especially in formal or polite contexts.

This phrase is used to express a polite or formal request for information. It is often used in situations where you want to be more courteous or respectful.

Examples:

  • I would like to know if the meeting has been rescheduled.
  • I would like to know more about your research project.
  • I would like to know the reason for the delay.
  • Dec 22, 2015 ... It looks formal enough; the context needs some clarification. Remember, the magic word never fails: I would like to know if I can cover up ...
  • 2 days ago ... Hello, I would like to know if the sub under the sofa is ok? Here is a photo: r ...
  • Jul 11, 2024 ... I would like to know why I can't export a list of all members in our workspace. As I admin in our workspace, when I tried to export the list ...
  • 2 days ago ... I would like to know where I can sign my apology form. Are you having ...
  • Aug 17, 2020 ... I would like to know why the issue hierarchy" and "issue dependency" started showing up on my issues ... Hello,. Recently "issue hierarchy" and " ...
  • Jun 2, 2023 ... Hello! I am working on a checklist that validates the quantity of medicines being resupplied to health facilities. I would like to know how ...
  • Dec 19, 2016 ... Hi, everyone. I have come across the sentence: e.g. I would like to know, what is your name? I always thought that the correct one is : e.g. ...
  • Apr 1, 2022 ... I would like to know why BGP Neighbor is down. Anonymous04-01-2022 10:21. This message was posted by a user wishing to remain ...
  • May 25, 2017 ... CCS/msp430FR5739: I would like to know if there is a way to know from within your code that the code is running under a code composer debug ...
  • Jun 6, 2023 ... I would like to know how to merge two separate local guide accounts into a single unified account. I currently have two email accounts—an ...

Alternatives:

  • Could you tell me
  • May I ask
  • I was wondering

I want to know

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English, especially in informal or direct contexts.

This phrase is used to express a direct desire or curiosity to obtain information. It is often used in casual conversations or when you want to be straightforward.

Examples:

  • I want to know what happened last night.
  • I want to know if you're coming to the party.
  • I want to know the truth about the situation.
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  • Jul 9, 2024 ... ... I Want To Know What Love Is' echoes through centuries of heritage. #InAbuDhabi #MusicTravelLove #matbabudhabi Get "I Wanna Know What Love Is ...
  • 17 hours ago ... 46 votes, 70 comments. I want to know how meeting your person's person/people has changed things for you (or not!).
  • Jan 25, 2020 ... You're watching the official music video for Foreigner - "I Want to Know What Love Is" from the album 'Agent Provocateur' (1984). "I Want to ...
  • 1 day ago ... I want to know why????? r/ClashRoyale - I want to know why?????
  • Jun 30, 2019 ... The poignant question at the end of the first verse, “Wo-oh, what I want to know is are you kind?” always registered as such a vital concern. It ...
  • Apr 20, 2024 ... I want to know if my Latex study passes as actual latex. Help / Question. r ...
  • What I Want to Know of Kindness. On masculinity, grief, and learning from suffering. by Devin Kelly May 15, 2020 December 9, 2022. Share this:.
  • I Want to Know Christ. Philippians. Apr 14. Written By David Mathis · JesusJustificationSanctificationGlorificationJoyFaith AlonePhilippiansPaulKnowing God ...

Alternatives:

  • I'm curious about
  • Can you tell me
  • Please inform me

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