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    Expressing hope with 希望 (xīwàng)

    Emphasis
    Wishes & Desires

    Structure

    Subject + 希望 + Clause; 看到 + 希望

    Explanation

    The word 希望 (xīwàng) functions as both a verb meaning "to hope" and a noun meaning "hope." As a verb, it introduces a desired outcome; as a noun, it refers to a feeling of expectation or optimism. Use 希望 before a clause to express what you hope will happen, or as a noun to talk about hope itself.

    Examples

    • 我希望明天天气好一点。

      Wǒ xīwàng míngtiān tiānqì hǎo yìdiǎn.

      I hope the weather will be better tomorrow.

    • 只要不放弃，就还有希望。

      Zhǐyào bù fàngqì, jiù hái yǒu xīwàng.

      As long as you don't give up, there is still hope.

    • 父母都希望孩子能健康快乐地成长。

      Fùmǔ dōu xīwàng háizi néng jiànkāng kuàilè de chéngzhǎng.

      All parents hope their children can grow up healthy and happy.

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