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Want vs Desire in Korean
Confused between 원하다 and 희망하다? 🔴 원하다 [wonhada] - Want something now
How these words work together
In Korean, both 원하다 and 희망하다 express wanting something, but they have different feelings. 원하다 is used for simple wants or needs, like wanting food or an item. 희망하다 is stronger and more formal, showing a deep desire or hope for something important or future-oriented.
Words in this chart
| Korean | Romanization | English |
|---|---|---|
| 원하다 | wonhada | Want |
| 희망하다 | huimanghada | Desire |
Example sentences
나는 새 차를 원해요.
I want a new car.
그는 좋은 직장을 희망해요.
He desires a good job.
우리는 행복을 원해요.
We want happiness.
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