This is the 2585th most frequent Japanese word.
希
"希" means "hope" or "rare."
The term "希望" combines 希 (hope) and 望 (wish), referring to a desire or aspiration.
彼の希望は平和な生活を送ることです。
His hope is to live a peaceful life.
Here, 希望 is used metaphorically to describe an uplifting or inspiring feeling derived from the scenery.
この町の夕日は、見る者に希望を与えます。
The sunset in this town gives hope to those who see it.
希 is part of the word 希少 (rare), referring to something scarce or uncommon.