Wish and hope followed by infinitive

2008-09-03 10:19 am
As many know, when followed by a clause, 'hope' is used to express a event
that is real, possible but 'wish' to express a event that is unreal or impossible
or express regret. In other words, 'hope' is used for first conditional sentence
and 'wish' for second and third conditional sentences. For example,
1. I hope that I will be a millionaire (hopeful and possible)
2. I wish that I would be a millionaire (hopeless and impossible)

However, if followed by infinitive, i.e.
1. I hope to be a millionaire
2. I wish to be a millionaire

Are there any differences between them?


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回答 (1)

2008-09-03 10:49 am
✔ 最佳答案
Not exactly, what if i say' I wish you a merry christmas', does it mean it is no way you can have a merry christmas?


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