意愿

意願

yìyuàn

noun HSK 6 #5,136

Meanings

One's intention and wish — what one desires or is willing to do.

我们要尊重病人的意愿。

Wǒmen yào zūnzhòng bìngrén de yìyuàn.

We must respect the patient's wishes.

违反个人意愿是不对的。

Wéifǎn gèrén yìyuàn shì bùduì de.

Going against someone's personal wishes is wrong.

她有强烈的学习意愿。

Tā yǒu qiángliè de xuéxí yìyuàn.

She has a strong desire to learn.

usage

意愿 (wish/willingness, somewhat formal) vs 心愿 (heartfelt wish) vs 愿望 (wish/desire, general). 意愿 often emphasizes personal agency and willingness.

意 yì

愿 yuàn