American English
/wənt̚/
One syllable.
to feel that you would like to have something or do something
“Want” usually sounds like /wɑnt/. In natural connected speech, when it is not emphasized, you may also hear /wənt/.
to feel that you would like to have something or do something
I want a quiet room.
They want to move to California.
really want · want to know · want to go · want a chance
subject + want(s) + noun
subject + want(s) + to + base verb
to say that you would like to receive or use something, especially when buying or ordering it
We want a table for four, please.
The customer wants a refund.
'I want...' is clear but can sound demanding when you ask for something. In a store or restaurant, 'I'd like...' is more polite.
want a refund · want a table · want a ticket · want to speak to
subject + want(s) + a/an + noun
subject + want(s) + someone + to + base verb
a situation in which something necessary is missing, especially money or basic supplies
The project failed for want of funding.
Many families lived in want during the war.
to refuse to be involved with someone or something
I want nothing to do with that dishonest deal.
because something needed is missing
The match was canceled for want of a referee.
to want to leave a situation
After one week, she wanted out of the project.