When expressing desires, one can use forms like, "Could you....?" or "Would you....?". Other forms that could be used that are more direct are: "I wish...", "I want...", "I'd like to...", or "I hope to/for...". Below is another sample dialog on how to use this effectively.
Joy is in the kitchen making breakfast for the family when her husband Cooper enters...
Joy: I have so much to do today and I am not sure that I can get it all done before the kids come home from school.
Cooper: Yes, that is a lot. Why don't you just cancel some of your appointments for another day?
Joy: Well, I can't because I have another busy day tomorrow. Could you pick up the kids from school today? If you could do that for me, then that will give me a chance to make my last appointment.
Cooper: Sure, I have nothing planned for that time. However, I'd like to hang out with the guys this evening. Will you be back before 7:00 PM?
Joy: Yes, I will be back before 7:00 PM. If anything changes I will give you a call. I wish I could hang out with the girls more often.
Cooper: I don't see how with your busy schedule. However, you would have to give up something if you decide that's something you would like to do. You know I had to. You deserve some fun in your life.
Joy: Yes, I do... I would like to have some balance in my life. I am going to revisit my schedule.
Cooper: I think you should!
The children enters the room...
Now your turn!
Complete the dialog below.
Use the forms: "Could you....?" or "Would you....?", "I wish...", "I want...", "I'd like to...", or "I hope to/for...".
Your Name: Hi __________ (name)!
Friend's name: Hi! What are your plans for the weekend?
Your name: I would like to/I hope to/I wish I could, but I am....
Friend's name: Sounds great!/Okay...
Your name: What about you? What are your plans for the weekend?
Friend's name: I'd like to/I hope to/I would like to...
Great job today!
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