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    Already young children are taught the distinction between "ich möchte" and "ich will". Indeed. I remember the phrase "Wer will, wer will, der kriegt was auf die Brill[e]" in response to children saying "ich will". Commented Oct 4, 2021 at 11:20
  • While I fully agree with the distinction and training, I'm still baffled about some (Ober)bavarian experiences: people at the baker shop rather say "Ich bekomme ein Brot" instead of "Ich möchte ein Brot". Commented Oct 4, 2021 at 11:37