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to expect
01
esperar, contar con
to think or believe that it is possible for something to happen or for someone to do something
Transitive: to expect sth
Ejemplos
She did n't expect such a warm reception at the event.
Ella no esperaba una recepción tan cálida en el evento.
02
esperar un bebé, estar embarazada
to be pregnant and awaiting the birth of a child
Intransitive
Transitive: to expect one's child
Ejemplos
She 's expecting twins and ca n't wait to meet them.
Ella espera gemelos y no puede esperar a conocerlos.
03
esperar
to demand that someone fulfills a duty
Ditransitive: to expect sb to do sth
Ejemplos
Parents often expect their children to help with household chores.
Los padres a menudo esperan que sus hijos ayuden con las tareas del hogar.
04
esperar, contar con
to think about or wait for something or someone that is likely to happen or arrive soon
Transitive: to expect sb/sth
Ejemplos
We ’re expecting a visit from relatives this weekend.
Esperamos una visita de familiares este fin de semana.
05
esperar, exigir
to view something as necessary or deserved based on the situation
Transitive: to expect a behavior or treatment
Ejemplos
Customers expect quality service when they pay a premium price.
Los clientes esperan un servicio de calidad cuando pagan un precio premium.
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