Dutch · Verbs & Actions
willen
to want
Beginnerverb
Definition
To have a desire or wish for something.
Example
Ik wil een kopje koffie.
I want a cup of coffee.
Etymology
'Willen' is derived from Middle Dutch 'willen' and Old Dutch 'willōn', meaning 'to wish or desire'. Its usage has remained stable through the centuries.
How & Where It’s Used
'Willen' is used in both spoken and written language, commonly in informal contexts when expressing desires or intentions.