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    Referring to a wish or desire with 愿望 (yuànwàng)

    Wishes & Desires

    Structure

    表达 + 愿望 / Modifier + 的 + 愿望

    Explanation

    The noun 愿望 (yuànwàng) means "wish," "desire," or "aspiration" and refers to something a person hopes to achieve or see happen. It is often used in formal or reflective contexts when discussing goals, dreams, or heartfelt hopes.

    Examples

    • 她最大的愿望是环游世界。

      Tā zuì dà de yuànwàng shì huányóu shìjiè.

      Her greatest wish is to travel around the world.

    • 新年的时候，大家都会许下美好的愿望。

      Xīnnián de shíhòu, dàjiā dōu huì xǔ xià měihǎo de yuànwàng.

      During the New Year, everyone makes beautiful wishes.

    • 父母的愿望就是孩子健康快乐地成长。

      Fùmǔ de yuànwàng jiùshì háizi jiànkāng kuàilè de chéngzhǎng.

      The parents' wish is for their children to grow up healthy and happy.

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