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March 24, 2026
预期(預期)yùqī(yu4qi1)
预期 (yùqī) means to expect or anticipate something, often used in contexts where there is a prediction or belief about future events. It conveys an expectation based on certain conditions or information, making it useful in both formal and informal discussions, especially in business, economics, and personal planning.
Frequency#6937DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese business culture, setting clear expectations is crucial for building trust and ensuring alignment. The concept of 预期 is often tied to negotiations and project planning, reflecting a culture that values foresight and preparation.
Memory Tip
Think of '预' (yù) as 'you' and '期' (qī) as 'key.' Imagine you are holding a 'key' to your 'expectations,' unlocking what you hope will happen. Visualize a door labeled 'future' that opens when you insert the 'key' of your 'expectations.'
Meanings of 预期
yùqī(yu4qi1)
1to expect
2to anticipate
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About 预期
预期Simplified
預期Traditional
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名动词dòngcíverb-noun (v.-n.)Part of Speech
#6937Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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预料 (yùliào) - use 预期 when emphasizing an expectation based on specific conditions, while 预料 often suggests a more general prediction without the same level of certainty.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of '预' (yù) as 'you' and '期' (qī) as 'key.' Imagine you are holding a 'key' to your 'expectations,' unlocking what you hope will happen. Visualize a door labeled 'future' that opens when you insert the 'key' of your 'expectations.'
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 预期 with 期待 (qīdài), which also means 'to expect' but has a more positive connotation. 预期 is often used in more analytical contexts, like reports or forecasts. Additionally, pay attention to the tone when pronouncing it: the first syllable has a falling tone (4th tone) and the second a rising tone (1st tone).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 预期 connects to other advanced vocabulary related to prediction and analysis, such as 预料 (yùliào, to predict) or 预见 (yùjiàn, to foresee). Focus on using it in sentences that discuss expectations in various scenarios, particularly in business or academic settings.
Cultural Note
In Chinese business culture, setting clear expectations is crucial for building trust and ensuring alignment. The concept of 预期 is often tied to negotiations and project planning, reflecting a culture that values foresight and preparation.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 预期 with 期待, misusing them in contexts where one is more appropriate than the other. For example, saying '我对这个项目的期待很高' (I have high expectations for this project) should instead use 预期: '我对这个项目的预期很高.'
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Grammar Patterns of 预期
预期 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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股票经纪人降低了他们的利润____之后，股价下跌了11便士至293便士。
Shares slid 11p to 293p after brokers downgraded their profit estimates.
Example Sentences for 预期 (8)
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股票经纪人降低了他们的利润预期之后，股价下跌了11便士至293便士。
gǔ piào jīng jì rén jiàng dī le tā mén de lì rùn yù qī zhī hòu， ， gǔ jià xià diē11 le 11 biàn293 shì zhì。
Shares slid 11p to 293p after brokers downgraded their profit estimates.
Motor traders are looking forward to a further increase in vehicle sales.
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7,000万英镑的金额是预期的两倍。
7,000 7,000 wàn yīng bàng de jīn é shì yù qī de liǎng。
The figure of seventy-million pounds was twice as big as expected.
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他预期经济萧条将见底。
tā yù qī jīng jì xiāo tiáo jiāng jiàn dǐ。
He expects the reces-sion to bottom out.
Cultural Notes for 预期
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In Chinese business culture, setting clear expectations is crucial for building trust and ensuring alignment. The concept of 预期 is often tied to negotiations and project planning, reflecting a culture that values foresight and preparation.
Frequently Asked Questions about 预期
While both mean 'to expect,' 预期 is more analytical and often used in formal contexts, whereas 期待 has a more emotional and hopeful undertone.
Yes, but it is more commonly found in formal contexts like business discussions or reports rather than casual conversations.
Not necessarily; it can refer to any expectation, whether positive or negative, based on circumstances.
