expecting
Translation
pregnant, expectant
Examples
She is expecting a baby in June.
She is expecting a baby in June.
We are expecting guests for dinner.
We are expecting guests for dinner.
Grammar Patterns
((be)) expecting ((a baby)) to be pregnant She is expecting a baby in June.
((be)) expecting ((sb./sth.)) to be anticipating the arrival of (sb./sth.) We are expecting guests for dinner.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pregnant, anticipating
Etymology
From Latin 'ex-' (out) + 'spectare' (to look). The idea is 'looking out for' something to arrive.
Memory Tips
Think of 'expecting' a special delivery, like a baby or a guest. This covers both main meanings.