Definition
希冀 is a formal, literary synonym for 希望 (to hope/wish for). It appears in written language, speeches, and formal contexts rather than everyday conversation. You won't hear it in casual chat; use 希望 instead for daily talk.
v.
(formal, literary) to hope forto wish for
Examples
- 希冀。Tā xī jì nénggòu shíxiàn zìjǐ de lǐxiǎng.He hopes to realize his own ideals.
- 希冀。Rénmen dōu xī jì shìjiè hépíng yǒngyuǎn chíxù.People all wish for world peace to last forever.
- 希冀。Zhè wèi lǎorén xī jì háizi néng yìshēng xìngfú.This old man hopes his child can be happy all their life.
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