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UK//aɪ wɒnt tə nəʊ//US//aɪ wɑnt tə noʊ//

Meaning of I want to know

In simple words: I would like to find out

I want to know in a sentence

  • I want to know how you solved that problem
  • Do you know when the meeting is? I want to know.
  • I want to know why the train is delayed.
  • She said she wants to know more about the project.
  • I want to know if you can help me with this task.

How to use I want to know

Use when expressing curiosity or a desire for information. More appropriate in conversational contexts; less suitable in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a detective wanting to uncover a mystery.

Related words

Collocations with I want to know

  • I want to know more
  • I want to know the truth
  • I want to know better
  • I want to know why

Synonyms for I want to know

  • I would like to learn
  • I wish to find out
  • I need to understand
  • I am curious about

Common mistakes with I want to know

  • Omitting 'to know' and saying just 'I want'
  • Using it in overly formal contexts
  • Confusing with 'I want to say' instead

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Frequently asked questions about I want to know

What does I want to know mean?

I would like to find out

What is the definition of I want to know?

Expresses a desire to gain information about something.

How do you use I want to know in a sentence?

I want to know how you solved that problem

Can you give another example of I want to know?

Do you know when the meeting is? I want to know.

What are synonyms for I want to know?

Common alternatives include I would like to learn, I wish to find out, I need to understand, I am curious about.

What words go with I want to know?

It commonly pairs with I want to know more, I want to know the truth, I want to know better, I want to know why.

What are common mistakes when using I want to know?

Omitting 'to know' and saying just 'I want' Using it in overly formal contexts Confusing with 'I want to say' instead

How do you pronounce I want to know?

US: //aɪ wɑnt tə noʊ//, UK: //aɪ wɒnt tə nəʊ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use I want to know?

Use when expressing curiosity or a desire for information. More appropriate in conversational contexts; less suitable in formal writing.