Definitions
v. To want something, especially something unlikely or not currently true.
但愿；希望
n. A strong desire for something to happen or be true.
愿望；心愿
v. To express hope for someone's happiness or success.
祝愿
Example
I wish our flat had a bigger kitchen.
要是我们的公寓有个更大的厨房就好了。
Many residents wish their neighbourhoods had more green spaces where children could play safely and families could relax.
许多居民希望社区有更多绿地，让孩子能够安全玩耍，让家人能够放松休息。
Collocations
- make a wish
- wish someone luck
- best wishes
- wish to do something
Word family
- wishful (adj.)
- wishfully (adv.)
Synonyms
- desire
- hope
Usage tip
wish后用过去式表现在的遗憾；过去完成式表过去的遗憾。
FAQ
- What does wish mean?
- To want something, especially something unlikely or not currently true. A strong desire for something to happen or be true. To express hope for someone's happiness or success.
- How is wish pronounced?
- UK /wɪʃ/, US /wɪʃ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
