would
/wʊd/
verb
- Used to express a conditional action or state (often with 'if').
- I would go if I had time.
- She would help you if you asked.
- They would be happier if they moved.
- Used to express a past habit or repeated action.
- They would play chess in the park every Sunday.
- He would always bring a book to read on the train.
- When I was young, I would visit my grandmother every summer.
- Used to express a polite request or offer.
- Would you please pass the salt?
- I would be grateful if you could help.
- Would you like some tea?
- Used to express a desire or wish (often with 'that' or 'to').
- I would that it were true.
- She would like to travel the world.
- He would rather stay home tonight.
- Used to express a future in the past (reported speech or narrative).
- They promised they would finish the project.
- He said he would arrive by noon.
- She knew she would succeed one day.