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to expect
01
esperar, prever
to think or believe that it is possible for something to happen or for someone to do something
Transitive: to expect sth
Exemplos
The weather forecast led us to expect rain this weekend.
A previsão do tempo nos levou a esperar chuva neste fim de semana.
As a manager, it 's important to clearly communicate what you expect from your team.
Como gerente, é importante comunicar claramente o que você espera da sua equipe.
02
esperar um bebé, estar grávida
to be pregnant and awaiting the birth of a child
Intransitive
Transitive: to expect one's child
Exemplos
She just announced she 's expecting in May.
Ela acabou de anunciar que está esperando um bebê em maio.
They were overjoyed to learn they are expecting their first child.
Eles ficaram muito felizes ao saber que esperam seu primeiro filho.
03
exigir, esperar
to demand that someone fulfills a duty
Ditransitive: to expect sb to do sth
Exemplos
The teacher expects students to complete their homework on time.
O professor espera que os alunos completem seu dever de casa no prazo.
The manager expects all employees to adhere to the company policies.
O gerente espera que todos os funcionários cumpram as políticas da empresa.
04
esperar, contar com
to think about or wait for something or someone that is likely to happen or arrive soon
Transitive: to expect sb/sth
Exemplos
She ’s expecting a call from her friend any moment now.
Ela espera uma ligação do amigo a qualquer momento agora.
He is expecting an important email regarding the job offer.
Ele está esperando um e-mail importante sobre a oferta de emprego.
05
esperar, exigir
to view something as necessary or deserved based on the situation
Transitive: to expect a behavior or treatment
Exemplos
The manager expects professionalism from all employees during meetings.
O gerente espera profissionalismo de todos os funcionários durante as reuniões.
We expect honesty from our leaders in matters of public interest.
Nós esperamos honestidade dos nossos líderes em questões de interesse público.
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expectable
expectancy
expectant
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