Expressing preference:Would rather/would prefer

Expressing preference: Would rather or would prefer

I would rather read a book than watch TV

I would prefer to read a book

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Both would rather and would prefer have the same meaning and are interchangeable. They express specific preference. Would rather + verb + than + verb... Would prefer + to+infinitve... Examples: I would rather text somebody than call He would prefer to send a voice message
Both prefer and would rather can be used to express general preference. Prefer + verb –ing + to Would rather + verb + than + verb... Examples: I prefer texting to calling. I would rather video call than text.

Both would rather and would prefer have the same meaning and are interchangeable. They express specific preference.

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Both prefer and would rather can be used to express general preference.

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Use the expressions above (would rather/would prefer) and tell us about what you would do in each one of the situations below.

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