Wanna vs want to

Both "wanna" and "want to" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Wanna" is a more informal and colloquial way of saying "want to," commonly used in spoken English or informal writing. "Want to" is more formal and appropriate for written communication or formal speech.

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Wanna

This is a colloquial and informal contraction of "want to" commonly used in spoken English.

Use "wanna" in informal situations, such as casual conversations with friends or family. Avoid using it in formal writing or professional settings.

Examples:

I wanna go to the movies tonight.
Do you wanna grab a coffee?
She said she didn't wanna come to the party.
I wanna learn how to play the guitar.
He doesn't wanna talk about it.

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Wanna give you an opportunity to comment on my next story.
Wanna do it right this time.
Wanna watch, there's a front-row seat in the observation room.
Wanna sleep, look at these nightmares.
Wanna set up your next competitor? Be our guest.
Wanna use the interview room or his cell?
Wanna tell Mommy about what happened to Emilio?
Wanna get started finishing up the modifications on the demagnetizer.
Wanna stay here permanent, doc?
Wanna get stopped for speeding now?
Wanna give it a while with the chorus.
Wanna crash a party on Saturday 28th?
Wanna forgive your wife, now's the time.
I Don't Wanna End Up Sad And Alone Like Wilhelmina.
Wanna write about why everything I touch turns to gold.
Wanna ask your old sponsor one more question?
Wanna make sure no one moves back in overnight.
Wanna hold my salamander, Cecil?
Wanna fire someone, you go through me.
Wanna play tortoise and the hare?

Alternatives:

want to
would like to
desire to
intend to
feel like

want to

This is the standard and more formal way of expressing the desire to do something.

Use "want to" in formal writing, professional communication, or when you want to sound more polite and articulate. It is appropriate for most situations.

Examples:

I want to travel the world.
Do you want to join us for dinner?
She wants to become a doctor.
I want to improve my English skills.
He wants to buy a new car.

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Alternatives:

wanna
would like to
desire to
intend to
feel like

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