Wollen
Example: Ich will heute Abend ins Kino gehen.
Definition
"Wollen" is a German verb meaning to want or intend to do something. It expresses a strong desire or determination to perform an action, as in the example phrase 'Ich will heute Abend ins Kino gehen,' which means 'I want to go to the cinema this evening.'
Etymology
The verb "wollen" comes from Old High German 'wollen,' which is related to the English word 'will.' It traces back to the Proto-Germanic root *willjanan, meaning 'to will or wish.' Did you know? The word shares its origin with the English concept of 'willpower,' highlighting its connection to desire and intention.
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"Wollen" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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