A1 Expression Neutral

I don't like...

Expressing dislike.

Meaning

Used to express that you do not enjoy something.

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Cultural Background

Americans often use 'I don't like' followed by a 'but' to soften the blow. British speakers might use 'I'm not keen on' as a polite way to say 'I don't like'.

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Stative Verb Rule

Remember that 'like' is a stative verb and usually doesn't take the -ing form.

Meaning

Used to express that you do not enjoy something.

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Stative Verb Rule

Remember that 'like' is a stative verb and usually doesn't take the -ing form.

Test Yourself

Fill in the blank with the correct form.

She ______ like spicy food.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: doesn't

Third-person singular requires 'doesn't'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the blank with the correct form. Fill Blank A1

She ______ like spicy food.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: doesn't

Third-person singular requires 'doesn't'.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, always use 'I don't like'.

Related Phrases

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I'm not a fan of

synonym

A softer way to say you don't like something.

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