Indonesian · Common Verbs
mau
To want
Beginnerverb
Definition
To wish for or desire something.
Example
Saya mau belajar bahasa Indonesia.
I want to learn Indonesian.
Etymology
'Mau' comes from the Malay root word for 'want' and has retained its usage in Indonesian, demonstrating its importance as a modal verb.
How & Where It’s Used
'Mau' is predominantly used in informal contexts, often in spoken language, to express desire or intention.