
await
/əˈweɪt/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #3708 in the learning path
等待;期待
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.