Meaning of the word "dream about" in English

What does "dream about" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

dream about

US /drim əˈbaʊt/
UK /driːm əˈbaʊt/

Phrasal Verb

1.

to think about something that you want very much to happen or have

Example:
I often dream about winning the lottery.
She used to dream about becoming a famous singer.
2.

to have a dream about someone or something while you are sleeping

Example:
Last night, I dreamt about my old school friends.
Did you dream about anything interesting last night?