hopeful
A person who is hoping or trying to achieve a specific goal, such as getting a job or winning a competition. It is commonly used to describe someone who wants to succeed in politics, sports, or entertainment.
例文
3 / 5The young hopeful spent all day practicing for the music audition.
The young hopeful spent all day practicing for the music audition.
The presidential hopeful outlined her economic policy during the press conference.
The presidential hopeful outlined her economic policy during the press conference.
He's just another Hollywood hopeful looking for a big break.
He's just another Hollywood hopeful looking for a big break.
語族
覚え方のコツ
Think of a person who is 'full of hope' standing in line for a talent show—they are a 'hopeful.'
クイックテスト
The young _____ waited nervously for his turn to sing on stage.
正解!
正解は: hopeful
例文
The young hopeful spent all day practicing for the music audition.
everydayThe young hopeful spent all day practicing for the music audition.
The presidential hopeful outlined her economic policy during the press conference.
formalThe presidential hopeful outlined her economic policy during the press conference.
He's just another Hollywood hopeful looking for a big break.
informalHe's just another Hollywood hopeful looking for a big break.
Academic studies indicate that many Olympic hopefuls begin training before the age of ten.
academicAcademic studies indicate that many Olympic hopefuls begin training before the age of ten.
Several management hopefuls are being interviewed for the director position today.
businessSeveral management hopefuls are being interviewed for the director position today.
語族
よく使う組み合わせ
よく使うフレーズ
a group of hopefuls
a group of hopefuls
political hopeful
political hopeful
aspiring hopeful
aspiring hopeful
よく混同される語
The adjective describes a feeling of optimism, while the noun refers to the person who has that optimism and goal.
使い方のコツ
When used as a noun, 'hopeful' is almost always preceded by a modifier (like 'Olympic' or 'Presidential') to specify what the person is trying to achieve.
よくある間違い
Learners often think 'hopeful' is only an adjective; remember that it can also be a noun meaning a person.
覚え方のコツ
Think of a person who is 'full of hope' standing in line for a talent show—they are a 'hopeful.'
語源
Derived from the Old English word 'hopian' (to wish for) combined with the suffix '-ful'.
文法パターン
文化的な背景
The term is very common in American media during election cycles or during major sports tryouts like the NFL Combine.
クイックテスト
The young _____ waited nervously for his turn to sing on stage.
正解!
正解は: hopeful
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関連語彙
Emotionsの関連語
joy
A1A deep feeling of great happiness and pleasure. It is used to describe an intense emotion or something that causes this feeling.
pleased
A1To feel or show satisfaction and happiness about a specific event, situation, or result. It is commonly used to describe a person's positive emotional state when their expectations are met or exceeded.
content
A1A feeling of being happy and satisfied with what you have or your current situation. It describes a state of peace where you do not feel the need for anything more.
eager
A1Eager describes a person who has a strong desire to do something or is very excited about something that will happen. It suggests a positive, energetic readiness and a keen interest in a particular activity.
confident
A1To be confident means feeling sure about your own abilities or that something will happen as you expect. It describes a person who believes in themselves and does not feel nervous or shy in front of others.
proud
A1Proud describes the feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction as a result of one's own achievements or the achievements of those one is associated with. It is often used to express honor or high self-esteem regarding a specific quality or action.
relieved
A1Feeling happy and relaxed because something difficult or unpleasant has stopped or did not happen. It describes the sense of comfort you feel when a worry goes away.
cherish
A1To love someone or something very much and want to protect them. It also means to keep a happy memory or a feeling in your heart for a long time.
admire
A1To look at someone or something and feel respect or approval. It is used when you think someone is very good, or when you think something is beautiful to look at.
tender
A1A gentle and kind feeling or quality shown toward others. It describes a soft emotional state where someone is caring, affectionate, and easily moved by love or sympathy.
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