Meaning
To be very excited and eager to do or experience something. It is used when talking about things that will happen in the future that we are very excited about. It also means that we are really looking forward to a particular event in the future.
Today’s Sentences
- I can’t wait to see you.
- I can’t wait to see my family.
- I can’t wait for this week to be over.
- I can’t wait for the new album to come out.
- I can’t wait for my birthday.
- Writer’s Note
01
I can’t wait to see you.
Situation 1
I can’t wait to see you.
Me too!
I’ve been counting down the days.
I have a few extra bags with me.
Don’t worry,
I’ll drive our SUV to the airport.
Situation 2
I’m just outside your office.
Really?
I can’t wait to see you.
Me too. I’ll be out in a second.
02
I can’t wait to see my family.
Situation 1
I can’t wait to see my family.
You must be so excited.
It’s been a few years since I saw them.
You must get homesick from time to time.
Situation 2
I can’t wait to see my family.
They’ll be glad you weren’t hurt too bad.
Do they know I was in a car accident?
They do and they’re on their way to the hospital.
03
I can’t wait for this week to be over.
Situation 1
It’s been such a long week.
I can’t wait for this week to be over.
Are you doing anything this weekend?
Honestly,
I’m just gonna sleep off the stress.
Situation 2
I can’t wait for this week to be over.
Why?
All this wedding planning is so stressful.
I heard that it can get quite overwhelming.
04
I can’t wait for the new album to come out.
Situation
I can’t wait for the new album to come out.
Is it today?
Yes! I’ve been waiting a whole year!
You must be excited.
05
I can’t wait for my birthday.
Situation 1
I can’t wait for my birthday.
Really? I stopped counting mine.
It’s the one day of the year my family does nice things for me.
I can see why you’re looking forward to your special day.
Situation 2
I’ve been wanting these new shoes.
What kind of shoes?
These cool new retro sneakers.
I can’t wait for my birthday!
Since you work, why don’t you buy your own shoes?
Writer’s Note
Have any of these situations happened to you? I think there were more times when I couldn’t wait for something to happen when I was younger. But as I grew older, and maybe wiser, there was less to look forward to? But I’m trying to change how I think and accept what I cannot change and be grateful for all that comes my way. In turn, I have noticed that I am more excited about the little joys that life throws at me. Let me know if you feel the same. What kinds of events or things excite you that you can’t wait for them to happen? Leave a comment below!
