“I wanna + verb” is a very common and natural way to speak English in daily life. It is the short, spoken form of “I want to.” Native speakers use “wanna” in casual conversations with friends, family, and colleagues. You can use it when talking about plans, wishes, needs, or feelings.
For example, when you are hungry, you can say, “I wanna eat something.” This pattern helps you sound relaxed and fluent. Remember, “wanna” is mostly for speaking, not for formal writing or exams. Learning this simple structure will make your English faster, smoother, and more confident in real-life situations like travel, work chats, or friendly talks.
◎ Important Points
- “Wanna” means “want to”
- Use it only in informal speaking
- Always use a verb after “wanna”
- Do not use it in formal writing or emails
- Common in daily conversations
- Helps you sound natural and fluent
➤Key Concept
Sentence Structure:
I wanna + base verb
Example:
I wanna learn English.
Explanation:
After “I wanna,” always use the base form of the verb.
Speaking Tip:
Say it smoothly: I-wanna (not slow and separate).
➤ Common Mistakes To Avoid
| Common Mistake | Wrong Example | Correct Example |
|---|---|---|
| Using past verb | I wanna went home | I wanna go home |
| Using noun instead of verb | I wanna food | I wanna eat food |
| Using “to” again | I wanna to sleep | I wanna sleep |
| Using it in formal writing | I wanna request leave | I want to request leave |
| Wrong subject use | He wanna go | He wants to go |
➤ Examples
- I wanna drink some water.
- I wanna watch a movie tonight.
- I wanna call my friend.
- I wanna buy a new phone.
- I wanna relax after work.
- I wanna travel next month.
- I wanna learn driving.
- I wanna talk to you.
- I wanna try this food.
➤ Practice Examples
A. Fill in the blanks
- I wanna ______ (eat / eating) pizza.
- I wanna ______ (go / went) home.
B. Correct the sentence
- I wanna to sleep early.
- I wanna movie watch.
C. Speak aloud
- I wanna improve my English.
- I wanna speak confidently.
D. Make your own sentence
- I wanna __________ today.
