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Not as good as I want to (be). Mon Jul 07, 2008 13:32 pm  Not as good as I want to (be).		  
Hi

Can I omit "be" in this reply?

Quote:
Q: Do you play the guitar?
A: Not as good as I want to be.

Thanks!
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Not as good as I want to (be). Mon Jul 07, 2008 13:35 pm  Not as good as I want to (be).		  
Definitely.

Maybe "Not as well as I'd like" is better

being able to play an instrument is described as being able to play it well rather than good
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Not as good as I want to (be). Mon Jul 07, 2008 13:41 pm  Not as good as I want to (be).		  
Okie dokie.

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being able to play an instrument is described as being able to play it well rather than good

I think for other talent too, like dancing or singing.
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Not as good as I want to (be). Mon Jul 07, 2008 13:47 pm  Not as good as I want to (be).		  
yes, "well" and "good" have similar meanings but usually:
good (adjective)
well(adverb)

"he is a good singer"

BUT

"he sings well"
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Not as good as I want to (be). Mon Jul 07, 2008 14:02 pm  Not as good as I want to (be).		  
Can't agree more Smile
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Not as good as I want to (be). Mon Jul 07, 2008 14:13 pm  Not as good as I want to (be).		  
good
i'm glad Razz
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