How is the word желать translated from Russian to English

Хотеть того, что может не случиться.

To want something that may not happen.

verb
English translation
wish

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  • Жаль, что я не могу остаться. I wish I could stay.

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FAQ about “желать”

How is “желать” translated from Russian?
“желать” translates into English as “wish”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “желать” mean?
Meaning of “желать”: Хотеть того, что может не случиться. In English — “wish”.
What part of speech is “желать”?
“желать” is a verb.
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