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like reading vs like to read

Both "like reading" and "like to read" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Like reading" is used when describing a general preference or habit, while "like to read" is used when talking about a specific instance or intention to read.

Last updated: March 23, 2024 • 856 views

like reading

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express a general preference or habit of reading.

This phrase is used to describe a general enjoyment or habit of reading without specifying a particular instance or intention.

Examples:

I like reading in the park.
She likes reading before going to bed.
They like reading mystery novels.
He likes reading articles online.
We like reading together as a family.

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It's like reading on the surface of the sun.
That's like reading her diary.
So I like reading your mail.
I don't like reading surgeon's reports, they're boring.
Besides, I don't like reading for family.
Bit I like reading your stories.
I don't like reading about your father's constipation.
It's like reading her old diaries.
I like reading the box scores.
I don't like reading descriptions.
It's like reading War and Peace.
It isn't like reading someone's diary.
Rain doesn't depress people who like reading.
Maybe you don't like reading certain things.
You know, going through someone's email is like reading their diaries.
Use your imagination for something a little bit more constructive, like reading or writing.
Madam President, the question of cross-border agreements is not an abstruse matter like reading texts by Lysias or Cicero.
That's like reading the first chapter of a book, then waiting a year to read the next one.
This is like reading about my own life!
Let's see how you like reading your name in the paper next to "notorious husband."

Alternatives:

enjoy reading
love reading
prefer reading
are into reading
have a passion for reading

like to read

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express a specific instance or intention to read.

This phrase is used when talking about a particular instance or intention to read, rather than a general preference or habit.

Examples:

I like to read before bed.
She likes to read a chapter every night.
They like to read on the weekends.
He likes to read when he's on the train.
We like to read new books together.

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You like to read romance novels.
I don't like to read off a monitor.
I have an impact statement I'd like to read...
I have a short statement I'd like to read.
I would like to read a statement on behalf of the Reid family.
I'd like to read a passage of scripture to you.
I like to read in there, I exercise.
I just like to read the TV Guide.
Or people who like to read or talk.
I also like to read while I eat.
People like to read my blog.
I'd like to read the files on Dr. Fischer.
I'd like to read fom page 3, paragraph 4...
No, we just know that you like to read.
I would like to read some books about Lincoln.
I'd like to read from page three, paragraph four.
- I bet you like to read, too.
Half of my tuition was paid for by the Indiana scholarship for pretty blondes who like to read.
To that effect, I'd like to read a brief epigraph from someone who couldn't be here today.
One more thing. I like to read before I go to sleep.

Alternatives:

enjoy reading
love reading
prefer reading
are into reading
have a passion for reading

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