Common Meanings
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yù欲
Desire; a strong craving or longing for something, often an object or an aim.
她的求知欲很强。
Her desire for knowledge is very strong.
to want; to desire; to wish; to intend
她欲言又止，似乎有什么心事。
She wanted to speak but hesitated, as if something was on her mind.
To need; to desire; to want.
工欲善其事，必先利其器。
A craftsman must sharpen his tools if he is to do his work well.
about to; on the verge of; going to (indicating an impending action or state)
天色渐暗，大雨欲来，行人纷纷加快了脚步。
The sky grew dark, a heavy rain was about to come, and pedestrians hurried their steps.
Docile, yielding, or meek in appearance.
她低垂着眼帘，神情欲然，显得分外乖巧
She lowered her eyelids, her expression meek and yielding, appearing exceptionally well-behaved.