C1verb 3K

Await

🇬🇧 UK /["/əˈweɪt/","/əˈweɪts/","/əˈweɪtɪd/","/əˈweɪtɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/əˈweɪt/","/əˈweɪts/","/əˈweɪtɪd/","/əˈweɪtɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Await

to wait for somebody/something

In simple words: to wait for something or someone

Await in a sentence

• He is in custody **awaiting trial**.
• Her latest novel is eagerly awaited.
• The outcome of the appeal is awaited with interest.
• her long awaited return to professional tennis
• Scientists are still awaiting the results of tests.
• A warm welcome awaits all our guests.
• Who knows what dangers may await us?

How to use Await

Used in formal contexts, often in writing. Not typical in casual speech. Don't confuse with 'wait for'—they are similar but 'await' is used without 'for'.

Grammar pattern

await + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'a-weight' — imagine carrying a heavy weight while you wait.

Related words

Collocations with Await

• anxiously
• breathlessly
• nervously
• long awaited

Synonyms for Await

• wait
• expect
• anticipate
• bide
• postpone

Opposites of Await

• depart
• continue
• proceed

Common mistakes with Await

• Using 'await' without an object, e.g., 'I await.' should be 'I await your response.'
• 'Await for' is incorrect; 'await' does not take 'for'.
• Confusing with 'wait' which is more common in conversation.

Frequently asked questions about Await

What does Await mean?

to wait for something or someone

What is the definition of Await?

to wait for somebody/something

How do you use Await in a sentence?

He is in custody **awaiting trial**.

Can you give another example of Await?

Her latest novel is eagerly awaited.

What are synonyms for Await?

Common alternatives include wait, expect, anticipate, bide, postpone.

What is the opposite of Await?

Opposite meanings include depart, continue, proceed.

What words go with Await?

It commonly pairs with anxiously, breathlessly, nervously, long awaited.

What are common mistakes when using Await?

Using 'await' without an object, e.g., 'I await.' should be 'I await your response.' 'Await for' is incorrect; 'await' does not take 'for'. Confusing with 'wait' which is more common in conversation.

How do you pronounce Await?

US: /["/əˈweɪt/","/əˈweɪts/","/əˈweɪtɪd/","/əˈweɪtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/əˈweɪt/","/əˈweɪts/","/əˈweɪtɪd/","/əˈweɪtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Await?

Used in formal contexts, often in writing. Not typical in casual speech. Don't confuse with 'wait for'—they are similar but 'await' is used without 'for'.

What CEFR level is Await?

"Await" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.