How to Say ‘Want to do’ in Japanese
したい
したい
💬 Usage Tip: You can add [したい] (shee-tai) to verbs to express desire.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Politeness is key in expressing desires in Japan.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
しし
[shi]
do
This is the verb base meaning 'to do'.
これをしなければなりません。
I have to do this.
たいたい
[tai]
want
This suffix indicates a desire to perform an action.
美味しいものを食べたい。
I want to eat something delicious.
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