What is the Spanish word for "anticipation"?

Learn how to say "anticipation" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

anticipation

Spanish

anticipación

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Alternative translations of "anticipation"

expectativa
previsión
espera
ilusión

Examples of how to use "anticipation" in Spanish

English
Her heart was full of happy anticipation.
Spanish
Su corazón estaba lleno de feliz anticipación.
English
She waited in anticipation for the phone call.
Spanish
Ella esperó con anticipación la llamada telefónica.
English
The children clapped in anticipation of the show.
Spanish
Los niños aplaudieron con anticipación al espectáculo.
English
He felt a thrill of anticipation before speaking.
Spanish
Él sintió un escalofrío de anticipación antes de hablar.
English
Their faces showed anticipation at the surprise gift.
Spanish
Sus rostros mostraban anticipación por el regalo sorpresa.

Learning tip: Pay attention to how the word "anticipation" is used in different contexts. This will help you understand when and how to use its Spanish translation naturally.

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