Re: "Hope" in many languages

Alberto

Posted on 12/25/10

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On 12/25/10, Alberto wrote:
> On 12/23/10, Linda wrote:
>> I'm working on a "Hope" quilt and want to reflect the
>> diversity of many people. I want to find the correct
>> spelling, writing of the word "Hope" in as many languages
>> as I can to embroider on the quilt top. The word may be
>> expressed as a noun or verb. The quilt is being made for a
>> community organization.
>>
>> If people could just send me the correct spelling or
>> writing along with the language it represents, I would
>> greatly appreciate it.
>>
>> I've gathered a few translations, but am not sure of the
>> accuracy. Could some of you verify these for me too please?
>>
>> Thanks much!!
>>
>> German: Hoffnung
>> Bulgarian and Russian: надежда
>> Croatian: nada
>> Czech: naděje
>> French: l'espoir
>> Greek: ελπίδα
>> Hebrew: מקווה
>> Italian: speranza
>> Korean: 기대
>> Spanish: esperanza
>
>
> Hi Linda
>
> My name's Alberto and I'm from Portugal.
>
> "Hope" nice word. I keep it with me........
>
> But don't forget in Portuguese "Esperança" .
>
> Have a Happy New Year with "Esperança".
>
> Alberto (Portugal)

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