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    D'espérer (en. To hope)

    /dɛs.pe.ʁe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To wait eagerly or confidently for something to happen.
    She hopes to pass her exam.
    Elle espère réussir son examen.
    To have hope that something positive will occur.
    We all hope for a better future.
    Nous espérons tous un avenir meilleur.
    To be awaiting a response or action.
    They hope for a quick response to their request.
    Ils espèrent une réponse rapide à leur demande.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'sperare', meaning 'to hope'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to hope for the best
    To await the best possible outcome.
    d'esperer le meilleur
    while hoping
    Hoping for something positive.
    en attendant d'esperer
    I hope that
    Expression used to convey hope regarding a situation.
    j'espère que

    Related Words

    hope
    A feeling of confident anticipation for a positive event.
    espoir
    hopefulness
    Action or state of waiting for something favorable.
    espérance
    to despair
    To lose hope.
    désespérer

    Slang Meanings

    To hope for something in an informal context.
    We hope the party will be great!
    On espère que la fête sera géniale !
    Used sarcastically to signify little hope.
    Oh yeah, I certainly hope it works... (ironically)
    Ah ouais, j'espère bien que ça va marcher... (ironiquement)