ˈvʏnʃn̩

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Translation

to wish

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Word origin

From Old High German wunsken, from the same Germanic root as English wish.

Origin
Old High German
Root
wunsken
English cognates
wish

Grammar

Verb typeweak, perfect with haben

Examples

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I wish you all the best for your birthday.

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What do you wish for for Christmas?

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She had long wished for a car of her own.

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This word is taught in chapter 7, lesson 1: Words 601-610.