What is the definition of Expect? 🙋 🔍
To predict or believe that something will happen
Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look! You’ve got a fantastic question today, a really good one to explore – “What does ‘expect’ mean?” And the dictionary gives us a helpful clue, you see. “To predict or believe that something will happen.” That's a start, it’s true, but let’s dig a little deeper for me and you! Think of it like this: If I say “I expect rain,” what are you doing? You're 💎guessing💎, aren’t you? You’re thinking about what might be coming. ‘Expect’ means to anticipate, to have a feeling or thought beforehand – that something is likely to occur. It’s like holding out your hand and 💎hoping💎 for a treat! Or maybe if someone tells you “Don't expect too much,” they mean you shouldn't 💎hope💎 for an amazing surprise! It can be about what 💎will💎 happen, or what you 💎want💎 to happen. So, ‘expect’ – it’s more than just a word on the page, it’s about looking ahead and forming a belief. Does that make sense? Now, let's move onto some examples…