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ほしい
hoshii
What does "ほしい" mean in English?
wantその本がほしいです。
I want that book.
How to use "ほしい" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
informal
Expressing a desire to have or obtain something; wanting.
新しいスマホがほしい。
I want a new smartphone.
友達に会いたい。
I want to see my friends.
Often used with the verb '欲しい' (hoshii) to express desire. Common in everyday speech.
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Pro Tip
Polite Usage
Use 'ほしいです' (hoshii desu) in polite contexts, such as when speaking to strangers or in formal situations.
Gold Rule
Desire Expression
Use 'ほしい' to express a strong desire for something, often paired with the verb '欲しい' (hoshii).
Word Origin
Derived from the verb '欲す' (hosu), meaning 'to desire' or 'to want'.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in casual and polite speech. Often paired with the verb '欲しい' (hoshii) to express a desire.
Word Breakdown
欲
desire
rootしい
adjective suffix
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