expects
word · lemma: expect
/ɪkˈspɛks/
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/ɛkspˈɛkts/
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Definition
To believe that something will probably happen or that someone will do something; to anticipate a result or behavior.
Usage & Nuances
'Expects' is third person singular present tense. Common with people, events, or results: 'She expects help', 'The manager expects results'. Not used for sudden surprises. Often combines with 'to' or 'that' clauses.
Spanish: esperaPortuguese (BR): esperaPortuguese (PT): esperaChinese (Simplified): 期望 - 期待Chinese (Traditional): 期望 - 期待Hindi: आशा करता है - अपेक्षा करता हैArabic: يَتَوَقَّعBengali: আশা করে - প্রত্যাশা করেRussian: ожидаетJapanese: 期待しているVietnamese: mong đợi - kỳ vọngKorean: 기대한다Turkish: bekler - umarUrdu: توقع کرتا ہے - امید کرتا ہےIndonesian: mengharapkan
Example Sentences
She expects her friends to arrive soon.
basic
The teacher expects everyone to do their homework.
basic
He expects good results from his team.
basic
Nobody expects the meeting to last all day.
natural
She always expects the worst in every situation.
natural
If he expects a promotion, he should work harder.
natural