We should care for them.
We should care to them.
What’s the difference?
Thanks.
“Care for” is used when talking about nouns. Ex: “Jim cares for Martha.” <–means: Jim has affection for Martha.
“Care to” is used when talking about verbs. Ex: “Would you care to go to the mall?” <–means: Would you like to go to the mall?
“We should care to them” is grammatically incorrect.
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care
somewhat formal : to want to do something or to be something
- I wouldn’t care [=like] to have to make that decision.
- I wouldn’t care to be in your shoes right now.
- I’m going for a walk. Would you care to join me?
- He’ll show the photos to anyone who cares to see them.
- More factors influenced her decision than she cares to admit.
care for [phrasal verb]
1 care for (someone or something) : to do the things that are needed to help and protect (a person or animal) : to look after (someone or something)
- She cares for [=takes care of] elderly patients.
- Who is caring for your son while you are at work?
- I cared for his cat while he was away.
2 care for (someone) : to feel affection for (someone)
- He sent flowers to show that he cares for you.
- I got the feeling he never really cared for me.
3 care for (something) somewhat formal
a : to like or enjoy (something)
—often used in negative statements
- I don’t care for [=like] jelly beans.
- He doesn’t care for sports.
- I don’t care for your tone of voice.
b : to want (something) - Would you care for some pie?
- I don’t care for any more coffee.