veux
want
The French word 'veux' translates to 'want' in English. It is used similarly to the English use, to express a desire or a need for something or someone. It can be used in a variety of contexts both formal and informal. Remember that 'veux' is the first person singular form of the verb 'vouloir', so you will need to conjugate it based on the subject.
Example sentences using: veux
Je veux un café s'il vous plaît.
I want a coffee please.
This phrase is often used in French to politely ask for something, in this case, a coffee. 'S'il vous plait' is equivalent to the English 'please', and makes the demand more polite.
As-tu ce que tu veux?
Do you have what you want?
This phrase is used to ask someone whether they have obtained something they desired. It can be used in many contexts, from asking about material goods to inquiring about life satisfaction.
Elle ne veux pas aller à l'école aujourd'hui.
She does not want to go to school today.
This sentence is expressing a refusal or reluctance from 'elle' (she) to go to school today. It could be used when discussing one's feelings or plans for the day.
Nous voulons que vous veniez.
We want you to come.
Here, the speaker is expressing a desire for the person addressed to join them. This could be used in a variety of situations, for instance inviting someone to a party or requesting their presence at a meeting.
Veux-tu danser avec moi?
Do you want to dance with me?
This is a common question to ask someone when you want them to be your dancing partner. It's used in both formal and informal situations.
Qu'est-ce que tu veux pour ton anniversaire?
What do you want for your birthday?
This is a question that one would ask when trying to find out what kind of gift to get for someone's birthday.
Tu veux voyager où?
Where do you want to travel?
This sentence is used to ask someone about their travel preferences or future travel plans.
Je veux que tu sois heureux.
I want you to be happy.
This phrase communicates a wish for the happiness of the person to whom the speaker is talking. It conveys caring and consideration.
Il veut être médecin.
He wants to be a doctor.
This sentence is used to express a future aspiration or career goal - in this case, the ambition to become a doctor.
Quand veux-tu partir?
When do you want to leave?
This question is asking about the person's preferred departure time. It's a common way to coordinate schedules in a variety of contexts.