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hoping

Pronunciation: [ˈhoʊ.pɪŋ]

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

Context: “desire”

(verb) to want something to happen. It's when you think something good could happen and you really want it to come true.

Example

I am hoping to visit my grandparents this summer.

Example

She is not hoping to go to that party because she feels tired.

Example

What are you hoping for your birthday?

Context: “future expectations”

(verb) when you look forward to a future event that you believe is possible. It’s like wishing for something to happen and believing it can.

Example

He is hoping to be accepted into the school he applied to.

Example

They are not hoping to fail the test; they studied hard.

Example

Are you hoping for good weather tomorrow?

How to pronounce hoping

Pronunciation: [ˈhoʊ.pɪŋ]

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