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想
xiǎng
Description
"想"是一个很常用的词，可以表示心里在思考，也可以表示希望做某件事。
"想" is a very common word that can mean thinking in your mind or wanting to do something.
我们也常说"想"别人，意思是很久没见，心里很挂念他。
We also often say "想" someone, meaning you haven't seen them for a long time and miss them a lot.
Meanings
想xiǎng
to want to; would like to
我想喝一杯咖啡。
I want to drink a cup of coffee.
想xiǎng
to think; to consider
你想一想再回答。
Think it over before you answer.
想xiǎng
to miss; to think of someone
我很想我的家人。
I miss my family very much.
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Notes
- Nuance
想 can mean "want to" (like 要) but is softer and more tentative.
- Etymology
想 combines 相 (phonetic) with 心 (heart), relating to the mind and feelings.
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