No. 312 in Ukrainian
хочуть
"Хочуть" means "they want."
In a sentence
Діти хочуть гратися в парку.
The children want to play in the park.
Here, 'хочуть' expresses a desire or intention to do something, specifically the action of playing.
Вони хочуть допомогти бабусі з приготуванням вечері.
They want to help grandma with preparing dinner.
In this sentence, 'хочуть' again illustrates a desire or willingness, but this time, it is regarding helping with an activity.
Люди хочуть миру у світі.
People want peace in the world.
Here, 'хочуть' represents a general wish or aspiration, expressing a desire for a particular state or condition.
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