French phrase
Je préfère que nous restions ~.
Meaning
I'd rather we stay ___.
When to use it
Expresses a preference to remain where things are. It is a polite, gentle way to seek agreement.
Example dialogue
Je préfère que nous restions ici.
I'd rather we stay here.
D'accord, restons ici un moment.
Okay, let's stay here for a while.