English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i'd prefer not" Mean?
Learn what "i'd prefer not" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Neutral
Firm
Refuse
I'd prefer not to say what I think about you.
It means the speaker does not want to express their negative opinion directly.
From The Chauffeur, Episode 25
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is refusing to say something insulting about another person.
Usage Scenario
Use this to avoid saying something rude while still showing you have a negative view. It can sound controlled, but also cold or sarcastic depending on tone.
Better ways to say it
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I'd prefer not to say what I think about you.
2
I'd rather not say what I think.
3
I prefer not to comment.
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