How to Pronounce "in hopes of"
expression
in HOHPS-uhv
in HOHPS-ov
Definition
Used to express that someone does something expecting or wishing for a certain result.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈhoʊps/ /ˈəv
British English
ˈɪn/ /hˈəʊps/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in HOHPS-uhv
UK
in HOHPS-ov
Listen in Context
She arrived early in hopes of getting a good seat.
He studied all night in hopes of passing the exam.
They planted trees in hopes of making the city greener.
I emailed her in hopes of getting a quick reply, but she hasn't answered yet.