Question

what is the difference between could and would

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and also give examples​

Answer 1

But I would suppose that “would” is more polite, because it expresses the idea of probability, and of willingness, and of the desire that something be done, whereas “could” is more in the realm of ability (yes I can). And according to the American Heritage Dictionary, “would” is used to make a polite request.

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Answer 2

Key Differences Between Could and Would

The difference between could and would are presented in the points given below:

1. Could is the past tense form of the verb ‘can’ which indicates a past ability of someone or possibility of an action or happening. On the other hand, would is the past of ‘will’ which indicates the intent or willingness of a person, in future, but from past situation. It is also used when we are talking about an imaginary situation.
2. Could is used when the situation is possible in the past. On the other hand, would is used when the situation is unreal or unlikely to happen.
3. When it comes to polite expressions like requests, permission, we can use both could and would. However, when we are making a suggestion, we explicitly make use of the word could, and if we are making an offer or invitation we use would.

Examples

Could

• I could go to the party.
• She is so upset that she could travel for a week.
• Right now the circumstances are favourable, but it could be out of our control.

Would

• It would be great to travel the world, but I have no money.
• I would call the Police if I had my cell phone.
• When she was not in a mood to talk, she would go to the lake, to be alone.