期待感
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Meanings
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sense of anticipation; feeling of expectation; feeling of hope
A noun expressing the emotional state of looking forward to something, often with a positive or hopeful nuance. Used in both concrete and abstract contexts.
The sense of anticipation is growing for the new product announcement.
I felt a sense of hope from his words.
Usage patterns
- 期待感が高まるfor anticipation to build up
As the new product's announcement approaches, anticipation is building.
- 期待感を抱くto hold a feeling of anticipation
He holds a strong sense of anticipation about the future.
- 期待感が漂うan atmosphere of anticipation to hang in the air
An air of anticipation hung over the venue even before the show began.
- 期待感を煽るto stir up a sense of anticipation
The trailer was designed to whip up the viewers' anticipation.