I wouldn't like to vs I don't want to

Both "I wouldn't like to" and "I don't want to" are correct phrases, but they convey slightly different levels of politeness. "I wouldn't like to" is more polite and formal, while "I don't want to" is more direct and casual. The choice between them depends on the context and the level of formality required.

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I wouldn't like to

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

This phrase is used to politely express a lack of desire or willingness to do something. It is more formal and polite than saying "I don't want to."

Examples:

I wouldn't like to disturb you, but could I ask you a question?
I wouldn't like to impose, but could you help me with this?
I wouldn't like to take up too much of your time, but I need your advice.
I wouldn't like to offend anyone, so I'll keep my opinion to myself.
I wouldn't like to intrude, but I noticed you needed some help.

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I wouldn't like to come lower than Michael Gambon.
You know, I wouldn't like to kill just anybody.
I wouldn't like to miss the second half too, Rusty.
Naturally, I wouldn't like to deprive you of your livelihood.
- I wouldn't like to think of you on your own.
I wouldn't like to be in her shoes.
I wouldn't like to be your neighbor.
I wouldn't like to see this family dragged into a local brouhaha.
I wouldn't like to be crying around for a parting love.
I wouldn't like to be in your place when you return home.
I wouldn't like to see my share of a caper handed to a guy who might disappear.
Mr. Oldman, I wouldn't like to think you'd forgotten.
I wouldn't like to see him in a care home.
I wouldn't like to be stood behind him at airport security.
There's not a day goes by when I wouldn't like to throw my resignation in Reacher Gilt's face.
Only I wouldn't like to be three and not knowing.
Well, I wouldn't like to see those two standing by my bedside.
I must say, I wouldn't like to be in her shoes tonight.
It's a rule I've never infringed and I wouldn't like to make exceptions.
I wouldn't like to abuse your hospitality but, if you could have me driven home...

Alternatives:

I prefer not to
I would rather not
I would prefer not to
I'd rather not
I'd prefer not to

I don't want to

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

This phrase is used to express a lack of desire or willingness to do something in a more direct and casual way. It is less formal and polite than saying "I wouldn't like to."

Examples:

I don't want to go out tonight; I'm too tired.
I don't want to eat sushi; let's choose another restaurant.
I don't want to watch that movie; it's too scary for me.
I don't want to talk about it right now; can we discuss it later?
I don't want to be late, so let's leave now.

Alternatives:

I'd rather not
I'd prefer not to
I'd rather skip
I'd rather pass
I'd rather avoid

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