English–Korean
“want” in Korean
Korean
Pronunciation
Romanizationwonhada
Example
저는 돈을 원해요.cheo neun to neul won hae yo
I want money.
How to say “want” in Korean
“Want” in Korean is 원하다 (wonhada).
A clear desire reaching toward a person, thing, or state.
Example sentences with 원하다
그는 시간을 원해요.keu neun si ga neul won hae yo
He wants time.
Tips for using 원하다
- English speakers can remember that this word is a fairly formal way to say want, especially when stating a clear need or request.