qué ganas tengo

I really want to

qué ganas tengo(keh gah-nahs tehng-goh)

phrase

1. (used to express a wish; first person singular)

a. I really want to

Qué ganas tengo de darme una ducha. Estoy todo sudado.

I really want to take a shower. I'm all sweaty.

b. I really feel like

Qué ganas tengo de comerme un pastel de chocolate ahora mismo.

I really feel like eating a chocolate cake right now.

2. (used to refer to expectation; first person singular)

a. I can't wait

Solo falta una semana más para que estés de vuelta, mi amor. ¡Qué ganas tengo de verte!

It's only one more week until you're back, honey. I can't wait to see you!