This is the 277th most frequent Portuguese word.
expectativa
Expectation; anticipation of what is thought likely to happen.
Here, 'expectativa' indicates a belief or anticipation about someone's action.
A expectativa era que ele chegasse cedo.
The expectation was that he would arrive early.
In this usage, 'expectativa' conveys excitement or hope regarding an upcoming event.
Ela não conseguiu esconder sua expectativa em relação ao presente.
She couldn't hide her anticipation for the gift.
The word 'expectativa' here reflects a collective hope or belief about future outcomes.