Swahili · Common Verbs
kutaka
To want
Beginnerverb
Definition
To wish for or desire something.
Example
Ninataka kujifunza Kiswahili.
I want to learn Swahili.
Etymology
'Kutaka' comes from the Bantu root *-taka, indicating desire or want, reflecting human emotions and intentions.
How & Where It’s Used
'Kutaka' is often used informally in everyday language to express desires, but it also features in more formal outlets when discussing intentions.