Definition
to hope: to desire, to wish; to anticipate, to expect
I hope you had a good time. I really wanted you to have fun!
hope: a desire, a wish; anticipation, expectation
Let's not give up hope. We must continue to have faith.
Pronunciation examples
UK: I hope the weather stays this nice for the weekend.
US: I have high hopes for this project.
- "Bruno : I hope you're right, Admiral."
- "I hope that you had a good sleep, and the ground was comfortable."
- "I have an announcement to make, one which I hope will change the face of retail forever!"
- "I hope you like it... Grandpa?"
- "I hope those arrangements suit you."
- "I certainly hope so."
- "Well, I hope everyone enjoyed our comedians tonight!"
- "We sincerely hope you will be able to join us."
- "I hope you're right."
- "I hope that you have learned many things and meditated in many uncomfortable postures."
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