All words
word

Expectant

Ih-KSPEH-ktuhnt

/ɪˈkspɛktʌnt/

Listen

Hear it in a clear American voice. Slow it down to catch each syllable.

Syllable breakdown

expectant

Dictionary meaning

In an advanced stage of pregnancy.

Examples

  • An expectant hush.

Synonyms: big

People also look up

Ephemeral

ih-FEM-er-ul

Mellifluous

muh-LIF-loo-us

Perspicacious

pur-spi-KAY-shus

Obsequious

uhb-SEE-kwee-us

Learn one new pronunciation a day

Get a word, name or idiom like “Expectant” in your inbox — daily or weekly, free. Unsubscribe any time.

Something wrong? Suggest a correction