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UK//aɪ həʊp hi feɪlz ˈmɪzəbl̩i//US//aɪ hoʊp hi feɪlz ˈmɪzərəbli//

Meaning of I hope he fails miserably

A strong desire for someone to not succeed.

In simple words: I want him to do very badly.

I hope he fails miserably in a sentence

  • I really hope he fails miserably in this competition.
  • She said she hopes he fails miserably on his exam.
  • Honestly, I hope he fails miserably, he deserves it.

How to use I hope he fails miserably

Use in informal contexts, expressing a strong wish for someone's failure. Avoid in professional settings or when the person is present.

Grammar pattern

hope + subject + verb

Memory hint

Imagine a failing actor on stage — 'hope he fails miserably' is a backstage wish.

Related words

Collocations with I hope he fails miserably

  • hope he fails
  • fails miserably
  • want him to fail

Synonyms for I hope he fails miserably

  • wish for failure
  • desire defeat
  • long for loss

Opposites of I hope he fails miserably

Common mistakes with I hope he fails miserably

  • Confusing 'hope' with 'wish' in negative contexts.
  • Omitting 'he' when expressing the wish.
  • Using 'miserably' incorrectly as an adjective.

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Frequently asked questions about I hope he fails miserably

What does I hope he fails miserably mean?

I want him to do very badly.

What is the definition of I hope he fails miserably?

A strong desire for someone to not succeed.

How do you use I hope he fails miserably in a sentence?

I really hope he fails miserably in this competition.

Can you give another example of I hope he fails miserably?

She said she hopes he fails miserably on his exam.

What are synonyms for I hope he fails miserably?

Common alternatives include wish for failure, desire defeat, long for loss.

What is the opposite of I hope he fails miserably?

Opposite meanings include succeed, triumph, prosper.

What words go with I hope he fails miserably?

It commonly pairs with hope he fails, fails miserably, want him to fail.

What are common mistakes when using I hope he fails miserably?

Confusing 'hope' with 'wish' in negative contexts. Omitting 'he' when expressing the wish. Using 'miserably' incorrectly as an adjective.

How do you pronounce I hope he fails miserably?

US: //aɪ hoʊp hi feɪlz ˈmɪzərəbli//, UK: //aɪ həʊp hi feɪlz ˈmɪzəbl̩i//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is I hope he fails miserably formal or informal?

"I hope he fails miserably" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use I hope he fails miserably?

Use in informal contexts, expressing a strong wish for someone's failure. Avoid in professional settings or when the person is present.