English–Chinese
“expectation” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinqī wàng
Example
父母对他的期望很大。fù mǔ duì tā de qī wàng hěn dà
His parents have high expectations for him.
How to say “expectation” in Chinese
“Expectation” in Chinese is 期望 (qī wàng).
A future result is held in view as a valued outcome or level that someone wants to see.
Example sentences with 期望
过高的期望会带来压力。guò gāo de qī wàng huì dài lái yā lì
Excessively high expectations can create pressure.
Tips for using 期望
- In everyday conversation, the term can sound formal and weighty when parents, schools, or employers set a standard for someone else, while casual personal wishes often use a simpler expression.