欲しい
hoshii
Common
N5
i-adjective
Translations
1.
want
2.
desirable
Notes
The word '欲しい' is commonly used to express a desire for something. It is an i-adjective and is often used in casual and neutral contexts. It can be used with the particle 'が' to indicate the object of desire.
Examples
私は新しい車が欲しい。
Watashi wa atarashii kuruma ga hoshii.
I want a new car.
彼はもっと時間が欲しいと言った。
Kare wa motto jikan ga hoshii to itta.
He said he wants more time.
この本が欲しいですか？
Kono hon ga hoshii desu ka?
Do you want this book?