look forward to

phrasal verb

UK /lʊk ˈfɔːwəd tuː/

US /lʊk ˈfɔːrwərd tuː/

To feel happy and excited about something that will happen soon.

I look forward to my birthday party every year.

SYNONYMS

anticipate await eagerly expect with pleasure count on long for

RELATED WORDS

excited eager upcoming expectation hope

OTHER MEANINGS

2. To wait for something with polite anticipation, often used in formal letters.

We look forward to hearing from you soon.

3. To think about a future event with pleasant feelings.

She looks forward to the summer holidays all year.

4. To be ready and waiting for something good to come.

The children look forward to the school trip.