Cool MateMeaning of I don't want them to
Expresses a desire for someone not to do something.
In simple words: I do not wish for them to do something.
I don't want them to in a sentence
- I don't want them to feel pressured during the meeting.
- Honestly, I don't want them to go through that experience again.
- I don't want them to misunderstand my intentions.
- Please, I don't want them to argue about this topic.
- I really don't want them to think I'm upset.
How to use I don't want them to
This phrase is used for expressing reluctance or disinterest. It is common in spoken English but should be avoided in formal writing.
Grammar pattern
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Memory hint
Think of 'want' as wishing for someone to do something.
Related words
Collocations with I don't want them to
- want someone to do something
- want them to leave
- want them to succeed
Synonyms for I don't want them to
- I prefer they don't
- I wish they wouldn't
- I would rather they not
Common mistakes with I don't want them to
- Omitting 'to' and saying 'I don't want them.'
- Using 'them' incorrectly instead of 'they' in different contexts.
- Confusing 'want' with 'need' and changing the meaning.
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Frequently asked questions about I don't want them to
What does I don't want them to mean?
I do not wish for them to do something.
What is the definition of I don't want them to?
Expresses a desire for someone not to do something.
How do you use I don't want them to in a sentence?
I don't want them to feel pressured during the meeting.
Can you give another example of I don't want them to?
Honestly, I don't want them to go through that experience again.
What are synonyms for I don't want them to?
Common alternatives include I prefer they don't, I wish they wouldn't, I would rather they not.
What words go with I don't want them to?
It commonly pairs with want someone to do something, want them to leave, want them to succeed.
What are common mistakes when using I don't want them to?
Omitting 'to' and saying 'I don't want them.' Using 'them' incorrectly instead of 'they' in different contexts. Confusing 'want' with 'need' and changing the meaning.
How do you pronounce I don't want them to?
US: //aɪ doʊnt wɑnt ðɛm tu//, UK: //aɪ dəʊnt wɒnt ðem tə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use I don't want them to?
This phrase is used for expressing reluctance or disinterest. It is common in spoken English but should be avoided in formal writing.