Quiero (en. Wanna)

/ˈkje.ɾo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To express a wish or longing to possess something.
I want a new bicycle.
Quiero una nueva bicicleta.
To indicate the intention to do something.
I want to go to the movies tonight.
Quiero ir al cine esta noche.
To show affection or love towards someone.
I love you very much, friend.
Te quiero mucho, amigo.
To desire something in general.
I want everything to go well.
Quiero que todo salga bien.

Etymology

From Latin 'quaerere', which means 'to seek' or 'to desire'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I love you
Expression of affection towards someone.
Te quiero
I want more
Desire to receive or have a greater quantity of something.
Quiero más
I want to know
Indicating the desire to know information.
Quiero saber

Related Words

desire
Feeling of wanting something.
deseo
intention
Objective or purpose of an action.
intención
preference
Choice of one option over another.
preferencia

Slang Meanings

Desire to be with someone romantically.
I just want to go out with you.
Solo quiero salir contigo.
Expression of wanting to have fun.
I want to party this weekend.
Quiero party este fin de semana.
Wanting something urgently.
I want that album now!
¡Quiero ya ese álbum!