Me gustaría: I would like
Pronunciation: meh goos-tah-REE-ah (stress the capital letters)
Me gustaría means “I would like” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: I would like
- How to say it: meh goos-tah-REE-ah
- Level: Elementary (A2)
What “me gustaría” means and how to use it
Me gustaría means “I would like.” It is a polite, softer way to ask for something.
Examples with audio
- Me gustaría un café, por favor.I would like a coffee, please.
- Me gustaría viajar a México.I would like to travel to Mexico.
- ¿Te gustaría venir con nosotros?Would you like to come with us?
Usage tip
It comes from gustar and the conditional. It is softer than “quiero” (I want). Use “me gustaría + infinitive” or “me gustaría + noun.”
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “I would like” in Spanish?
“I would like” in Spanish is “me gustaría.” It is pronounced meh goos-tah-REE-ah, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “me gustaría”?
Say meh goos-tah-REE-ah. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
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