Je préférerais ne pas ~ – “I'd rather not ___” in French | MotiTan Dictionary

Meaning

I'd rather not ___.

When to use it

A polite way to decline doing something. It softens a refusal and suits invitations or suggestions.

Example dialogue

Tu viens à la soirée ce soir ?

Are you coming to the party tonight?

Je préférerais ne pas y aller ce soir.

I'd rather not go tonight.