1. We use "hope" to talk about something that we want to happen in the future and which is quite possible.
I hope (that) you will like the show.
I hope to see the charity show.
2. We can use "wish" to talk about something that we want to happen in the future but which does not seem possible now.
I wish (that) I would be the host of the next show.
I wish (that) the pop stars would invite me to lunch.
3. We can also use "wish" to talk about situations that are unreal or impossible.
I wish (that) I could fly.
I wish (that) I were Ricky.
4. We use the expression "I wish you..." to send people our best wishes.
I wish you a happy wishes.
We wish you good luck. |