What's the difference?

Question

Hi, I think the explanation above is misleading as I don't understand the difference among the three forms. The examples given also seem to show they can be used interchangeably, but It doesn't seem to be the case when I looked at the discussion. Grammar is my weak point, so the explanation regarding tenses still leaves me confused. Can I get a strong example of when to use which?

Silvia Píriz · Accepted Answer

Hola Isma H.
All three forms (quería, querría, quisiera) can be used to politely say “I would like”, but they have slightly different tones:
Quería – very common and natural in everyday situations.Example:
Quería un café, por favor. (I’d like a coffee, please.)
Querría – a bit more formal or careful.Example:
Querría hablar con el gerente. (I would like to speak with the manager.)
Quisiera – also polite, sometimes a little more formal or respectful.Example:
Quisiera reservar una mesa. (I would like to book a table.)
In most real situations, quería is the one people use the most, especially in restaurants or shops.
So the difference is mainly tone (how formal or polite it sounds) rather than meaning.
I hope this helps clarify things a bit!
Silvia