1530s, from Middle French expectation (14c.) or directly from Latin expectationem/exspectationem (nominative expectatio/exspectatio) "anticipation, an awaiting," noun of action from past participle stem of expectare/exspectare (see expect). Related: Expectations.
权威例句
1. The weight of expectation was getting to them.
他们逐渐感觉到了期望带来的压力。
2. We are confident in our expectation of a full recovery.
我们满怀信心地期待着完全康复。
3. The plaintiff is aged 30 and has a normal expectation of life.
原告30岁,预期有正常的寿命.
4. We are in momentary expectation of the arrival of you.
我们无时无刻不在盼望你的到来.
5. The beauties of the West Lake in spring were beyond his expectation.