hoping
Translation
hoping, wishing, expecting
Examples
I'm hoping to see you soon.
I'm hoping to see you soon.
She is hoping for good weather.
She is hoping for good weather.
Grammar Patterns
((hoping)) ((to-inf)) to want (to do sth.) I'm hoping to finish my work early.
((hoping)) ((for sth.)) to want (sth.) to happen She's hoping for a promotion.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wishing, expecting, anticipating
Etymology
From Old English 'hopian' (to hope, trust). The '-ing' suffix marks the present participle.
Memory Tips
'Hoping' is the continuous action of holding a hope. Imagine yourself looking up at the sky, hoping for sunshine.