vēlas

vēlas

The Latvian word "vēlas" means "wants" or "desires" in English.

Here, 'vēlas' expresses a desire or a wish that someone has.

Viņš vēlas doties ceļojumā.

He wishes to go on a trip.

In this sentence, 'vēlas' is used to indicate a conditional choice or intention.

Ja viņa vēlas, mēs varam atlikt sapulci.

If she wants, we can postpone the meeting.

'Vēlas' here signifies a lack of interest or desire.

Man šķiet, ka Jānis nemaz nevēlas piedalīties sacensībās.

It seems to me that Jānis does not even wish to participate in the competition.