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He said that he would like to go for a walk.

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Sentence

Narrator

He said that he would like to go for a walk.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Reporting Speech

He told me he'd like to go for a walk.

Summarizing Conversation

The main point of our conversation was his desire to go for a walk.

Adding Detail

He said that he would like to go for a walk in the park later.

Indirect Question

He inquired about the possibility of going for a walk.

Rephrased versions

Formal

He indicated his preference for a walk.

Casual

He said he wanted to go for a stroll.

Simpler English

He wanted a walk.

Phrases to learn

would like to

Expresses a polite desire or preference.

go for a walk

To take a walk.