How to Pronounce "expect of"
expression
ɪkˈspɛkt/ /ˈəv
ik-SPEKT uhv
ɛkspˈɛkt/ /ˈɒv
ek-SPEKT ov
Definition
To believe that someone should do something or have certain qualities; to have expectations regarding someone's behavior, actions, or abilities.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪkˈspɛkt/ /ˈəv
British English
ɛkspˈɛkt/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ik-SPEKT uhv
UK
ek-SPEKT ov
Listen in Context
What do you expect of your students?
My parents expect a lot of me.
The company expects honesty of all employees.
I don't think that's too much to expect of her.