I learnt the rules of using hope. I don't understand if hope can be used before a present perfect.
This is my sentence:
My class has entered a competition and we hope we've won first prize.
In my opinion it could be:
My class has entered a competition and we hope win first prize
Or
My class has entered a competition and we hope will win first prize
Thanks for your answer
Lourdes
My class has entered a competition and we hope we will win first prize.
You could also say:
My class has entered a competition and we hope to win first prize.
Some may even suggest that you use a comma after "competition" to provide a short pause between the two thoughts. It is not obligatory.
My class has entered a competition, and we hope we will win first prize.
My class has entered a competition, and we hope to win first prize.
John
I think you would hear people say "we hope we win" as well. My team is playing in the championship game Saturday. I hope they play well.
Hello b.
My class has entered a competition and we hope to have won first prize.
Has the competition taken place and is the speaker waiting for the results?
Best,
John
If the speaker is waiting for the results, "I hope we've won" is fine.
Thanks b. I see what you mean now. Excellent answer.
John