English

dream

dɹim, dɹiːm, dʒɹim
Meaning: to experience things in your mind while sleeping; to hope for something
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: dɹiːm, dʒɹim

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base dream
3rd person singular present dreams
Present participle dreaming
Past dreamed
Will future will dream
Going-to future going to dream
Imperative negative don't dream / do not dream

Example sentences

I often dream about flying.
I often dream about flying.
Many climbers dream of reaching the summit of Mount Fuji.
Many climbers dream of reaching the summit of Mount Fuji.
She dreamed of winning the lottery and traveling around the world.
She dreamed of winning the lottery and traveling around the world.
Many people dream of living in a utopia.
Many people dream of living in a utopia.
City dwellers often dream of a quiet life in the countryside.
City dwellers often dream of a quiet life in the countryside.

Usage Notes

As a verb, it can describe involuntary night visions or conscious aspirations. Use 'dream about' for sleeping experiences and 'dream of' or 'dream about' for hopes.

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