Bonjour, un the question 'J'ai envie d'une nouvelle voiture" means': I envy his new car I want a new car I need a new car .......
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Bonjour, un the question 'J'ai envie d'une nouvelle voiture" means': I envy his new car I want a new car I need a new car .......
In this want is given as correct choice. My doubt is in explanation it is also given as need Can both be correct.ps help
Asked 4 years ago

Hi Latha,
I would say that,
"J'ai envie d'une nouvelle voiture" would mean,
"I feel like changing my car"
indicating a feeling,
whereas,
"I need a new car" ( your car has broken down/been involved in an accident) would be,
"J'ai besoin d'/Il me faut une nouvelle voiture"
indicating a strong need,
"I want a new car" is, "je veux/voudrais une nouvelle voiture" closer in meaning to avoir envie de but indicating a wish.
Hope this helps!
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Bonjour, un the question 'J'ai envie d'une nouvelle voiture" means': I envy his new car I want a new car I need a new car .......
In this want is given as correct choice. My doubt is in explanation it is also given as need Can both be correct.ps help
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