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expectation

/ˌekspekˈteɪʃn/
ex · pec · ta · tion ˌeks · pek · ˈteɪ · ʃn
English Definition
n. hope, belief that something will happen
中文释义
期望，期待
Significado en Español
expectativa
한국어 뜻
기대
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự mong đợi
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Example Sentence

Your expectation is reasonable.

你的期望很合理。

Synonyms
hope anticipation
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
expect(hope, anticipate)+ation.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

In the context of the following sentence, what is the best synonym for “expectation”? The teacher had high expectations for her students, believing they could all achieve great things.

  1. A anticipation
  2. B disappointment
  3. C complaint
  4. D confusion
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A — anticipation. “expectation” means n. hope, belief that something will happen

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

There was great ______ that the new movie would be a huge success.

  1. A doubt
  2. B despair
  3. C certainty
  4. D expectation
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D — expectation. “expectation” means n. hope, belief that something will happen

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Common questions about “expectation”

What does “expectation” mean?

expectation — n. hope, belief that something will happen. In Chinese: 期望，期待.

How do you pronounce “expectation”?

expectation is pronounced /ˌekspekˈteɪʃn/. It breaks into 4 syllables: ex · pec · ta · tion.

How do you use “expectation” in a sentence?

Your expectation is reasonable. (你的期望很合理。)

What are synonyms for “expectation”?

hope, anticipation — all close in meaning to expectation (n. hope, belief that something will happen).

Is “expectation” an ISEE Lower-level word?

Yes. expectation appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “expectation”?

expect(hope, anticipate)+ation.

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