expectancy
UK/ɪk'spekt(ə)nsɪ/US/ik'spektәnsi/
IELTSA2
Definitions
n.
The state of expecting; the probable amount or duration of something.
期待；预期值（如 life expectancy 预期寿命）
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedexpectout of, former
+
-ancylook, observe, watch
=expectancy
expect + -ancy = state/quantity of expecting.
Common Collocations
- 1.life expectancy预期寿命
- 2.in expectancy期待中
Example Sentences
- 1.
Life expectancy has risen in recent decades.