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await

/əˈweɪt/

CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #3708 in the learning path

等待;期待

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Definitions

v. To wait for someone or something

等待;期待

v. To be ready or likely to happen to someone

即将发生于;等待着

Example

We eagerly await the arrival of our new puppy.

我们热切地等待着新来的小狗到家。

Many graduates await job offers while developing additional skills through voluntary work and online courses.

许多毕业生在等待录用通知期间,通过志愿工作和在线课程学习更多技能。

Collocations

  • await a decision
  • eagerly await
  • await confirmation
  • challenges await

Synonyms

  • wait for

Usage tip

较正式,直接接宾语;不要写await for。

FAQ

What does await mean?
To wait for someone or something To be ready or likely to happen to someone
How is await pronounced?
UK /əˈweɪt/, US /əˈweɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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