Grammar: -고 싶다
Step 1: Understanding the Meaning
Meaning: Used to express wanting to do something.
Example: I want to eat an apple. → 사과를 먹고 싶어요.
Step 2: Creating the Form
Basic Formula:
Remove 다 from the base form of the verb (e.g., 가다, 먹다).
Add 고 싶다 to the verb stem.
Examples:
가다 (to go) → 가 + 고 싶다 → 가고 싶다
먹다 (to eat) → 먹 + 고 싶다 → 먹고 싶다
Step 3: Match the Subject with the Verb
1st Person (I/We):
Example: I want to watch a movie. → 나는 영화를 보고 싶어요.
2nd Person (You):
Example: Do you want to eat bread? → 너는 빵을 먹고 싶니?
3rd Person (He/She):
Change to 고 싶어하다.
Example: My brother wants to play. → 동생은 놀고 싶어해요.
Step 4: Practice with Examples
I want to watch Korean dramas.
Do you want to travel?
My mom wants to buy flowers.
Tip: This pattern is commonly used in everyday conversations!