to expect
01
期待, 预料
to think or believe that it is possible for something to happen or for someone to do something
Transitive: to expect sth
例子
The weather forecast led us to expect rain this weekend.
天气预报让我们期待这个周末会下雨。
As a manager, it 's important to clearly communicate what you expect from your team.
作为经理，重要的是要清楚地传达你对团队的期望。
02
期待孩子, 怀孕
to be pregnant and awaiting the birth of a child
Intransitive
Transitive: to expect one's child
例子
She just announced she 's expecting in May.
她刚刚宣布她五月份要生孩子了。
They were overjoyed to learn they are expecting their first child.
他们欣喜若狂地得知他们期待着他们的第一个孩子。
03
要求, 期待
to demand that someone fulfills a duty
Ditransitive: to expect sb to do sth
例子
The teacher expects students to complete their homework on time.
老师期望学生按时完成作业。
The manager expects all employees to adhere to the company policies.
经理期望所有员工遵守公司政策。
04
期待, 预料
to think about or wait for something or someone that is likely to happen or arrive soon
Transitive: to expect sb/sth
例子
She ’s expecting a call from her friend any moment now.
她期待着朋友随时打来的电话。
He is expecting an important email regarding the job offer.
他正在期待一封关于工作机会的重要邮件。
05
期望, 要求
to view something as necessary or deserved based on the situation
Transitive: to expect a behavior or treatment
例子
The manager expects professionalism from all employees during meetings.
经理期望所有员工在会议期间表现出专业性。
We expect honesty from our leaders in matters of public interest.
在公共利益问题上，我们期望我们的领导人诚实。
