voglio
The Italian phrase for "I want to" is voglio.
voglio is used to express a desire or a wish to do something. Using it in certain social situations can sound very direct or even demanding.
Which one should you use?
While voglio expresses a direct want, vorrei (which means "I would like") is the conditional form of the same verb and is used to express desires more politely.
How does it change in a sentence?
voglio is the first-person singular present indicative of the verb volere.
Did you know?
- The verb volere is used in the expression voler dire, which means 'to mean'. Literally, it translates to 'wanting to say'.
- The English word 'volunteer' shares the same root as voglio. Both derive from the Latin volo, meaning 'I wish' or 'I want'.
- In Italian, you do not need to include the word for 'I' (*io*) when saying voglio. The verb ending itself is so specific that adding the pronoun can actually make you sound overly emphatic or even aggressive.
Examples in context
- Io lo voglio fare.I want to do it.This sentence is useful for expressing the desire to do something with the form voglio.Tatoeba #4482846 by Guybrush88, translation #2011309 by CK
- Voglio dirlo a Tom.I want to tell Tom.This sentence is useful for expressing the desire to tell someone something with the form voglio.Tatoeba #2565897 by Guybrush88, translation #2011424 by CK
- Voglio bere del tè.I want to drink tea.This sentence is useful for expressing the desire to drink something with the form voglio.Tatoeba #4122083 by Guybrush88, translation #3141156 by CK
- Vorrei prenotare un tavolo per due persone, per favore.I would like to book a table for two, please.
- 3407 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing their plans for the afternoon.
- MatteoVoglio andare al cinema oggi.I want to go to the cinema today.
- MartinaChe bel programma, Matteo!What a great plan, Matteo!
- MatteoVuoi venire con me?Do you want to come with me?
- MartinaSì, voglio venire con te!Yes, I want to come with you!
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
