What does "esperar" mean in English?

Learn the English meaning of "esperar" with examples and practice

Spanish

esperar

English

wait

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Alternative translations of "esperar"

hope
expect
look forward to
await

Examples of how to use "esperar" in Spanish

Spanish
Te espero fuera del cine.
English
I'll be waiting for you outside the cinema.
Spanish
Espero buenas noticias hoy.
English
I'm hoping for some good news today.
Spanish
Ayer esperamos el autobús mucho tiempo.
English
We waited for the bus for a long time yesterday.
Spanish
Cuando era niño, esperaba regalos.
English
When I was a child, I used to look forward to gifts.
Spanish
Mañana esperaré tu llamada.
English
I'll be waiting for your call tomorrow.

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

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Te espero fuera del cine.

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