How to Say ‘I would like’ in French
J'aimerais
zh em-ray
[zh em-ray]
💬 Usage Tip: [J'aimerais] is a softer, more polite way to say what you want than [je veux]. It's very useful for flirting because it sounds warm, not demanding.
Phrase Breakdown
J'
[zh]
I
Contracted form of “je” before a vowel.
J'aimerais rester encore un peu avec toi.
I'd like to stay a little longer with you.
aimerais
[em-ray]
would like
Polite conditional form of “aimer,” used to express desire gently.
J'aimerais te parler dans un endroit plus calme.
I'd like to talk to you in a quieter place.
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