What is the Spanish word for "desire"?

Learn how to say "desire" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

desire

Spanish

deseo

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Alternative translations of "desire"

ansia
anhelo
afán
apetito

Examples of how to use "desire" in Spanish

English
He has a strong desire to succeed.
Spanish
Él tiene un fuerte deseo de tener éxito.
English
Her desire for travel grew stronger.
Spanish
Su deseo de viajar se volvió más fuerte.
English
I feel a desire to help.
Spanish
Siento un deseo de ayudar.
English
His desire for success motivates him.
Spanish
Su deseo de éxito lo motiva.
English
They share a desire for peace.
Spanish
Comparten un deseo de paz.

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