欲しい
hoshiiadjective★Beginner
informal
To want or desire something
その本が欲しいです。
I want that book.
新しいスマホが欲しい。
I want a new smartphone.
💡
Often used in casual conversation to express a desire for something.
Collocations
欲しいですI want欲しいものthings I want
Synonyms
Antonyms
Related Phrases
欲しいものリストphrase
wish list
欲しいと思いますphrase
I think I want it
💡Pro Tip
Polite vs. Casual Usage
Use '欲しいです' (hoshii desu) in formal or polite contexts, and '欲しい' (hoshii) in casual conversations.
⚡Gold Rule
Subject Agreement
The subject of the sentence is often implied, but you can add '私に' (watashi ni) for emphasis: '私に欲しいです' (Watashi ni hoshii desu).
📖Word Origin
Derived from the verb '欲す' (hossu), meaning 'to desire' or 'to want'.
📝Usage Notes
When speaking politely, use '欲しいです' (hoshii desu). In casual speech, '欲しい' (hoshii) is common.
Word Breakdown
欲
desire
rootしい
adjective suffix
suffix✎ Noted on May 2, 2026JA → EN