espérer

espérer
A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., acheter).
transitive verb
a. to hope
J'espère vous revoir très bientôt.I hope to see you again very soon.
b. to hope for
Nous espérons du soleil pendant nos vacances.We are hoping for sunshine during our vacation.
a. to expect
Nous vous espérions à midi.We were expecting you at noon.
An intransitive verb is one that does not require a direct object (e.g., éternuer.).
intransitive verb
a. to hope
Xavier sera probablement encore en retard, mais on peut toujours espérer.Xavier will probably be late again, but we can always hope.
a. to count on
Nous espérons en une meilleure vie et de la paix pour tous.We are counting on a better life and peace for all.
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