Want (verb):
- Desire: To have a strong wish or desire for something.
- Example: “I want a new car.”
- Need: To require something because it is necessary or essential.
- Example: “You want a good education for a successful career.”
Want (noun):
- Desire or Need: A wish or need for something.
- Example: “Her wants are simple and modest.”
Prepositions Used Before or After “Want”
- Before: Generally not used with prepositions before it, as “want” is a verb and functions with its subject.
- After: Often used with prepositions in phrases.
- Example: “I want to go home.”
Collocations with “Want”
- Want to: Used to express a desire to do something.
- Example: “I want to see that movie.”
- Want for: Used to express a lack of something.
- Example: “They want for nothing in their luxurious home.”
- Want from: Used to specify what is desired from someone or something.
- Example: “What do you want from me?”
- Want in: Used to express a desire to be included.
- Example: “Do you want in on the plan?”
Example Sentences
- I want a cup of coffee.
- She wants to travel the world.
- They want more time to finish the project.
- What do you want from the store?
- He wants to learn how to play the guitar.
- I don’t want to go out tonight.
- She wants a new job with better pay.
- They want for nothing in their comfortable home.
- Do you want in on the secret?
- He wants to improve his skills in coding.
- I want you to come to the party with me.
- She wants her children to be successful.
- They want to renovate their house.
- I don’t want any trouble.
- What do you want to achieve this year?
- She wants a break from her busy schedule.
- They want to make a difference in the community.
- He wants to be left alone.
- I want to finish reading this book.
- She wants better communication in her relationship.
- They want to invest in new technology.
- I don’t want any more excuses.
- He wants to take a vacation soon.
- She wants to spend more time with her family.
- They want to improve their performance at work.
- What do you want to do for your birthday?
- I want you to listen carefully to the instructions.
- She wants to find a solution to the problem.
- They want to be part of the decision-making process.
- I don’t want to miss the concert.
- He wants a clear answer.
- She wants to buy a house in the countryside.
- They want to host a big event next year.
- What do you want to eat for dinner?
- I want you to understand my perspective.
- She wants to pursue higher education.
- They want to save money for their future.
- He wants to start a new hobby.
- I don’t want to be late for the meeting.
- She wants to reduce her stress levels.
- They want to expand their business.
- What do you want to achieve in this course?
- I want to make a good impression.
- He wants to learn a new language.
- She wants to improve her cooking skills.
- They want to support a charitable cause.
- I don’t want to deal with this issue right now.
- He wants to meet new people.
- She wants to make her home more comfortable.
- They want to create a positive work environment.