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How to Say "i hope" in Spanish

The Spanish word fori hopeis esperoA2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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espero

VerbA2
expressing a desire or wish for something to happen
A person standing with hands clasped, looking up at a single bright star, symbolizing a wish or hope.

Examples

Espero que estés bien.

I hope you are well.

Espero ganar la lotería algún día.

I hope to win the lottery someday.

Espero que no llueva mañana.

I hope it doesn't rain tomorrow.

Hoping for Others vs. Yourself

When you hope someone else does something, use 'que' + a special verb form (subjunctive): 'Espero que vengas'. If you hope to do it yourself, just use the basic verb form: 'Espero venir'.

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