Korean learner dictionary
기대하다 meaning and pronunciation
gidaehada · expect; anticipate
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Dictionary entry
NIKL target code 62300Part of speech: 동사Pronunciation: 기대하다Level: Intermediate · NIKL learner grade
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어떤 일이 이루어지기를 바라며 기다리다.
English: expect; anticipate — To wait while hoping for something to come true.
Examples
- 개선을 기대하다.
- 구원을 기대하다.
- 발전을 기대하다.
- 변화를 기대하다.
- 성과를 기대하다.
- 성장을 기대하다.
- Origin
- 期待/企待하다
- Categories
- 인간 > 인지 행위
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