기대가 · 기대를
expectation, anticipation, hope
Example
새 학기에 대한 기대가 커요.
I have high hopes for the new semester.
Word parts
기 expect+대 wait
Literally 'expect and wait' — waiting with hope.
Good to know
Don't confuse it with native 기대다 'to lean on': 벽에 기대요 = I lean against the wall.
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