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

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. The first phrase 'I’d rather you have given me your honest opinion.' is used when referring to a past action that you wish had happened differently. The second phrase 'I’d rather you would give me your honest opinion.' is used when expressing a preference for a future action.

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I’d rather you have given me your honest opinion.

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a past action that you wish had happened differently.

This phrase is used to express a preference for a past action that did not occur. It implies that you would have preferred a different outcome.

Examples:

I’d rather you have told me the truth from the beginning.
I’d rather you have called me before making a decision.

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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?
- 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.
You have given me back my life.
You have given me Helen Stellar concert.
You have given me the greatest possible happiness.
However, you have given me food for thought.
You have given me the strength to continue.
You have given me back my soul.
You have given me so much, Keith.
The kindness you have given me...

Alternatives:

I wish you had given me your honest opinion.
I would have preferred if you had given me your honest opinion.

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

This phrase is correct and commonly used when expressing a preference for a future action.

This phrase is used to express a preference for a future action. It implies that you would like the person to give you their honest opinion in the future.

Examples:

I’d rather you would call me before making a decision.
I’d rather you would be honest with me from now on.

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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?
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 gave me your honest opinion.
I would rather you give me your honest opinion.

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