Difference in meaning: We tend to use 'prefer' to talk generally about likes, dislikes, what we want. "He prefers reading books.". "I prefer going to the beach than going to a swimming pool.". The expressions 'would prefer' and 'would rather', to be a little more specific. "I would prefer to see him in person.".
I prefer mangoes to apples. I would rather eat mangoes than apples. I prefer driving to traveling by train. She prefers the country to the city. She would rather live in the country than in the city. 'Would you like a cup of coffee?' 'I would prefer tea.' 'Shall we hire a cab?' 'I would rather travel by train.' I am full.
Would rather-Prefer-would Prefer Would rather-Prefer-would Prefer. Cristina Cabal. Member for 3 years 5 months Age: 3+ Level: EOI. Language: English (en) ID: 399494. 04/10/2020. Country code: ES. Country: Spain. School subject
I'd prefer to listen to some music. I'd rather go for a swim. I'd rather wait a few minutes. I'd prefer to eat at home. I'd rather think about it for a while. I'd rather stand. I'd prefer to go alone. I'd rather go for a swim than play tennis. I'd rather wait a few minutes than leave now. I'd prefer to eat at home rather than go to a restaurant. . 341 472 54 168 28 452 304 339