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want to go vs want to go to

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Want to go' is used when the destination is implied or understood from the context, while 'want to go to' is used when specifying the destination. The choice between the two depends on whether you need to mention the specific place you want to go to.

Last updated: April 01, 2024 • 842 views

want to go

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when the destination is implied or understood from the context.

This phrase is used when the destination is clear or can be inferred from the conversation. It is a common and natural way to express the desire to leave for a place.

Examples:

  • I want to go, but I'll be back soon.
  • Do you want to go with me?
  • She wants to go as well.
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Alternatives:

  • I want to leave
  • I want to depart
  • I want to head out

want to go to

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when specifying the destination you want to go to.

This phrase is used when you want to mention the specific place you intend to go to. It provides clarity and specificity in expressing your desire to go somewhere.

Examples:

  • I want to go to the park.
  • Do you want to go to the movies?
  • She wants to go to the beach.
  • I want to go to school, too.
  • I want to go to Vegas and have one of those 10-minute weddings.
  • I want to go to the toilet, Heather.
  • I want to go to a college that has ROTC.
  • I don't want to go to Pittsburgh.
  • I want to go to Paris, France.
  • I want to go to Rachel Bilson's.
  • I want to go to Prosecutor Ma's house.
  • I really don't want to go to jail in this dress.
  • I want to go to a Broadway show.
  • I want to go to college like that Malcolm kid.
  • Hans and Sebastian want to go to Africa.
  • If you want to go to Mexico.
  • Lloyd and me want to go to the movie.
  • Come... we want to go to the market.
  • I want to go to the audition with Zhang.
  • I want to go to my mom's in Ponticelli.
  • They didn't want to go to Internal Affairs.
  • I don't want to go to the Winters'.
  • I want to go to the Grand Ole Opry.

Alternatives:

  • I want to visit
  • I want to travel to
  • I want to head to

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