This is the 1272nd most frequent Spanish word.
expectativas
"Expectativas" means "expectations."
In this sentence, 'expectativas' refers to the anticipations or hopes one has regarding an upcoming period (next semester).
Mis expectativas para el próximo semestre son altas.
My expectations for the next semester are high.
Here, 'expectativas' denotes the standards or requirements that the boss has expressed during the gathering.
Las expectativas del jefe fueron claras en la reunión.
The boss's expectations were clear in the meeting.
In this example, 'expectativas' signifies the assumptions or beliefs one might hold about future outcomes.