Verb
/dɪze'jar/
"Desejar" means "to wish" or "to desire" in English. It is a common verb in Portuguese and is used frequently both in oral speech and in written contexts. It can be used to express desires and wishes in various situations.
Desejando
"Desejar" is often used in various Portuguese idiomatic expressions:
Desejar sorte
Literal translation: to wish luck
Meaning: to wish good luck
Example: Eu desejo sorte na sua nova jornada.
Translation: I wish you luck on your new journey.
Desejar boa viagem
Literal translation: to wish a good trip
Meaning: to wish a safe journey
Example: Vamos desejar-lhe uma boa viagem.
Translation: Let's wish them a safe journey.
Desejar felicidades
Literal translation: to wish happiness
Meaning: to wish happiness
Example: Desejo felicidades ao casal que se casou hoje.
Translation: I wish happiness to the couple who got married today.
The word "desejar" comes from the Latin word "desiderare," which means "to long for" or "to desire."
Synonyms: - Almejar (to aspire) - Querer (to want) - Ambicionar (to aim)
Antonyms: - Abominar (to abhor) - Repudiar (to reject) - Dispensar (to waive)