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    Using 意愿 (yìyuàn) to express "a wish" or "desire"

    Wishes & Desires

    Structure

    表达 + 意愿

    Explanation

    The word 意愿 (yìyuàn) means "a wish," "desire," or "willingness." It expresses someone's intention or aspiration to do something, often in formal or written contexts. It is more formal than 想 (xiǎng) and is frequently used in official statements and news reporting.

    Examples

    • 我们应该尊重每个人的意愿。

      wǒmen yīnggāi zūnzhòng měi gè rén de yìyuàn.

      We should respect everyone's wishes.

    • 她表达了出国留学的意愿。

      tā biǎodá le chūguó liúxué de yìyuàn.

      She expressed her wish to study abroad.

    • 公司会根据员工的意愿来安排岗位。

      gōngsī huì gēnjù yuángōng de yìyuàn lái ānpái gǎngwèi.

      The company will arrange positions according to the employees' wishes.

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