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The correct spelling is expected.
How to pronounce expected
/ɪksˈpɛktɪd/
verbIPA: /ɪksˈpɛktɪd/
Say it like: Exp-ect-ed
The correct spelling is expected. To predict or believe that something will happen For example: "He never expected to be discovered."
Usage Examples
“He never expected to be discovered.”
“You are expected to get the task done by the end of next week.”
“The expected storm never arrived.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To predict or believe that something will happen
- 2.To consider obligatory or required.
- 3.To consider reasonably due.
- 4.(continuous aspect only, of a woman or couple) To be pregnant, to consider a baby due.
- 5.To wait for; to await.
adjective
- 1.Anticipated; thought to be about to arrive or occur
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