欲する

To desire or want; a formal term often used for abstract or fundamental needs.

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Other forms

欲します polite form

欲して te-form

欲した plain past

欲しい related i-adjective

Suru verb, Transitive verb

To want / To desire

Describes a strong wish for something, often appearing in literary or formal contexts regarding fundamental needs or abstract concepts.

Example

運動の後は、体が水分を欲する。

After exercising, the body craves water.

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欲する

ほっする

To desire or want; a formal term often used for abstract or fundamental needs.

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