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expecting

Pronunciation: [ɪkˈspɛktɪŋ]

Word

Learn how to use expecting in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “anticipation”

(verb) to think something will happen in the future. It’s like when you think you will get a present for your birthday, you are expecting it.

Example

I am expecting my friends to come over for dinner tonight.

Example

She was not expecting any guests and was surprised when they arrived.

Example

What are you expecting to happen at the party?

Context: “pregnancy”

(verb) to be pregnant and waiting for a baby to be born. When someone says they are expecting, it usually means they have a baby coming soon.

Example

They are expecting their first child in the summer.

Example

She is not expecting a baby at this time.

Example

Are you expecting a baby soon?

How to pronounce expecting

Pronunciation: [ɪkˈspɛktɪŋ]

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