This is the 41st most frequent Dutch word.
wil
"Wil" in Dutch means "will" or "desire" in English.
Here, 'wil' expresses a polite desire or intention to do something.
Ik wil graag naar het park gaan.
I would like to go to the park.
In this sentence, 'wil' asks about a specific desire or choice.
Waarom wil je dat boek lezen?
Why do you want to read that book?
Here, 'wil' depicts a personal aspiration or future desire.