vorrei, ma

I would like to, but

→ volere
phrase Rare #38,510
I would like to, but Used to express a wish or intention that is blocked by a problem or limitation.
IT: Vorrei, ma non posso uscire stasera.
EN: I’d like to, but I can’t go out tonight.

Vorrei, ma non può sentirmi.

I would like to, but he can't hear me.

— Parla con lei (2002)

Vorrei, ma non ci riesco.

I'd like to, but I can't manage it.

— Il tamburo di latta (1979)

Vorrei, ma non posso.

I’d like to, but I can’t.

— La La Land (2016)

Vorrei, ma non ho denaro.

I would like to, but I have no money.

— Storia di fantasmi cinesi (1987)

Certo, non lo vorrei, ma potrebbe succedere anche a te e agli altri.

Of course, I wouldn't want that, but it could happen to you and others too.

— Solaris (1972)