Cool MateMeaning of Wants
Expresses a desire for something or someone.
In simple words: Desires or wishes for something.
Wants in a sentence
- She wants a new bike for her birthday.
- He wants to travel the world after graduation.
- They want a bigger house with a garden.
- I want ice cream after dinner.
- Do you want to join us for lunch?
- She wants to learn how to play guitar.
How to use Wants
Use 'wants' to express desires, often in informal settings. It can be too casual for formal writing.
Grammar pattern
wants + object
Memory hint
Think of a person pointing to a toy in a store, saying 'I wants it!'
Related words
Collocations with Wants
- want to know
- want more
- want something
- want to play
- want it all
Synonyms for Wants
- desires
- wishes
- craves
- yearns
- longs for
Opposites of Wants
- dislikes
- rejects
- hates
Common mistakes with Wants
- Confused with 'wanting' as a tense.
- Using it with an infinitive: say 'wants to' instead of 'want to'.
- Incorrectly leaving out the object, making it unclear.
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More words like Wants
- It is what it is
A phrase used to express acceptance of a situation without trying to change it.
- I know what this is
A phrase expressing certainty about the identity or nature of something.
- Have you seen this
A question asking someone if they have previously looked at or noticed something.
- I've seen one before
To indicate familiarity with something previously encountered.
- It belonged to a man
Indicates possession, signifying that something is owned by a male person.
- RadicalC1
Relating to the fundamental nature or extreme measures of change.
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Frequently asked questions about Wants
What does Wants mean?
Desires or wishes for something.
What is the definition of Wants?
Expresses a desire for something or someone.
How do you use Wants in a sentence?
She wants a new bike for her birthday.
Can you give another example of Wants?
He wants to travel the world after graduation.
What are synonyms for Wants?
Common alternatives include desires, wishes, craves, yearns, longs for.
What is the opposite of Wants?
Opposite meanings include dislikes, rejects, hates.
What words go with Wants?
It commonly pairs with want to know, want more, want something, want to play, want it all.
What are common mistakes when using Wants?
Confused with 'wanting' as a tense. Using it with an infinitive: say 'wants to' instead of 'want to'. Incorrectly leaving out the object, making it unclear.
How do you pronounce Wants?
US: //wɔnts//, UK: //wɒnts//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Wants?
Use 'wants' to express desires, often in informal settings. It can be too casual for formal writing.