möchte
Translation
would like
Examples
Ich möchte einen Kaffee.
I would like a coffee.
Möchten Sie etwas essen?
Would you like to eat something?
Er möchte Arzt werden.
He would like to become a doctor.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) would like sth. I would like a coffee.
((to do sth.)) would like to do sth. I would like to go home.
Similar Words
wollen (to want - stronger), wünschen (to wish)
Etymology
Subjunctive II form of the verb 'mögen' (to like), from Old High German 'magan' (to be able to). Used to express a polite wish.
Memory Tips
Think of 'möchte' as the polite version of 'want'. It's like saying 'I would like' instead of 'I want'.