Vouloir
Example: Je veux manger une glace cet après-midi.
Definition
"Vouloir" means to have the desire or wish to do or have something. It expresses intention or preference, as in the example phrase 'Je veux manger une glace cet après-midi,' which translates to 'I want to eat an ice cream this afternoon.' It is a common verb used to indicate wanting.
Etymology
The verb "vouloir" comes from the Latin word 'volere,' meaning 'to wish' or 'to want.' Over time, it evolved in Old French to become 'vouloir.' Did you know that its root is related to the English word 'will,' both expressing desire or intention?
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"Vouloir" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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