I’d rather you gave me your honest opinion. vs I’d rather you would give me your honest opinion.

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. The first phrase 'i’d rather you gave me your honest opinion.' is more commonly used in British English, while the second phrase 'i’d rather you would give me your honest opinion.' is more common in American English. The choice between the two depends on the regional variation of English being used.

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I’d rather you gave me your honest opinion.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in British English.

This phrase is a polite way to express a preference for someone to give their honest opinion. It is often used in formal or polite contexts.

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So please give me your honest opinion.
Okay, I am not leaving until you give me your honest opinion.
Give me your honest opinion without the slightest hint of fear or manipulation.
You don't care enough about me to give me your honest opinion?
You gave her your honest opinion.
You gave me an honest opinion.
- I want your honest opinion.
I would appreciate your honest opinion.
Actually, she's marrying him. I just wanted your honest opinion.
Well, then, Jane, your honest opinion.
Miss Kubelik, I would like your honest opinion.
Actually, she's marrying him. I just wanted your honest opinion.
She always gave me her brutally honest opinion.
We need to find him now. Seriously, Julio, I want your honest opinion.
Give me your honest tactical evaluation of that plan.
I want to hear your honest opinion about Hungary.
I just want to know your honest opinion about Sammy.
Maybe if you gave me a hint, I'd know what I was looking for.
If you gave me a tip, I'd listen.
I'd accept full responsibility for all my actions, but let's face it, you gave me hormones.

Alternatives:

I would prefer if you gave me your honest opinion.
I'd rather you tell me the truth.
I'd prefer your honest opinion.
I'd like you to be honest with me.
I'd appreciate your honest feedback.

I’d rather you would give me your honest opinion.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in American English.

This phrase is a polite way to express a preference for someone to give their honest opinion. It is often used in formal or polite contexts.

Show examples from the web [+]

So please give me your honest opinion.
Okay, I am not leaving until you give me your honest opinion.
Give me your honest opinion without the slightest hint of fear or manipulation.
You don't care enough about me to give me your honest opinion?
Give me your honest tactical evaluation of that plan.
- I want your honest opinion.
You gave her your honest opinion.
I would appreciate your honest opinion.
Actually, she's marrying him. I just wanted your honest opinion.
Well, then, Jane, your honest opinion.
Miss Kubelik, I would like your honest opinion.
Actually, she's marrying him. I just wanted your honest opinion.
We need to find him now. Seriously, Julio, I want your honest opinion.
I was hoping you would give me a reference.
I suppose you would give me trouble anyway.
Hani Pasha, if you would give me an opportunity to ex...
If you would give me a moment's peace.
I didn't think you would give me your valuable time like this.
You said you would give me a raise.
That you would give me a slap.

Alternatives:

I would prefer if you would give me your honest opinion.
I'd rather you tell me the truth.
I'd prefer that you give me your honest opinion.
I'd like you to be honest with me.
I'd appreciate it if you would give me your honest feedback.

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I’d rather you gave me your honest opinion. vs I’d rather you would give me your honest opinion.