| Element | USE: POLITENESS: 'I WONDERED' AND 'I WANTED' |
|---|---|
| SuperCat | PAST |
| SubCat | past simple |
| Lexical Range | N/A |
| Level | B2 |
| Cando | Can use the past simple with 'I wondered' and 'I wanted' as politeness structures, when making polite requests and thanking. |
| Corrected Learner Example | So, I wondered if you could introduce me to somebody who knows how to use a camera, so that I will be able to record my trip for you. (B2, Greek) I wanted to know if the rooms are single or double, if they have showers and if there is room service. ? Secondly, I also wanted to know if there is a gym in the hotel ? (B2, Spanish - European) First of all, I wanted to thank you for giving me the first prize in your competition. (B2, Spanish ? Latin American) |
| Uncorrected Learner Example | |
| Comments | N/A |
