Anticipating Meaning in English
word · lemma: anticipate
ænˈtɪsəˌpeɪtɪŋ
an-TIH-suh-pay-ting
æntˈɪsɪpˌeɪtɪŋ
an-TIH-sip-ay-ting
Definition
Expecting something to happen or looking forward to it, often with excitement or preparation.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in more formal or written English. Often paired with events or emotions: 'anticipating a response', 'anticipating problems', 'anticipating the holidays'. Implies thinking ahead, not just waiting. Don't confuse with 'expecting', which is more neutral.
Spanish: anticipar - esperar con ansiasPortuguese (BR): antecipar - aguardar ansiosamentePortuguese (PT): antecipar - aguardar com expectativaChinese (Simplified): 期待 - 预料Chinese (Traditional): 期待 - 預料Hindi: पूर्वानुमान लगाना - उत्सुकता से इंतज़ार करनाArabic: يتوقع - يترقبBengali: প্রত্যাশা করা - আগাম ভাবাRussian: ожидать - предвкушатьJapanese: 予想する - 楽しみにするVietnamese: dự đoán - mong đợiKorean: 기대하다 - 예상하다Turkish: beklemek - önceden tahmin etmekUrdu: توقع کرنا - پیش گوئی کرناIndonesian: mengantisipasi - menantikan
Example Sentences
She is anticipating her friend's visit.
basic
The team is anticipating some challenges.
basic
I am anticipating good results on my test.
basic
We're anticipating a big crowd at the concert tonight.
natural
If you're anticipating bad weather, bring an umbrella just in case.
natural
He was nervously anticipating the results of his interview.
natural