Chinese

xīwàng
Meaning: to hope; hope; wish
Part of Speech: Verb, Noun

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Example sentences

我希望他能來。
我希望他能来。
I hope he can come.
大家都希望世界和平。
Everyone hopes for world peace.
雖然情況艱難,但尚有一線希望。
Although the situation is difficult, there is still a ray of hope.
父母總是希望孩子過得好。
Parents always hope their children live well.
希望你的手術一切順利,早日康復。
I hope your surgery goes smoothly and you have a speedy recovery.

Usage Notes

Can be used as both a verb (to hope) and a noun (a hope).

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