Cool MateMeaning of Wait
In simple words: To stay in one place or not do anything until something happens.
Wait in a sentence
- Please wait for your turn in the queue.
- I can’t wait to see you at the party!
- You need to wait until the signal changes to cross the street.
- She decided to wait for him before leaving the office.
- Can you wait a moment while I finish this call?
How to use Wait
Often used when someone is expecting another person or event. Can be informal when telling someone to be patient (e.g., 'Wait a minute'). Less formal in casual conversations. In formal contexts, alternatives like 'await' may be more appropriate.
Grammar pattern
wait + for + object
Memory hint
Think of a clock ticking while you are 'waiting' for something to happen.
Related words
Collocations with Wait
Common mistakes with Wait
- 'Wait' is sometimes confused with 'waive', which has a different meaning.
- Learners may use 'wait' without the preposition 'for' when necessary.
- Using 'wait' inappropriately in formal writing, where 'await' is preferred.
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Wait in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
انتظر، استنى
تبقى بمكانك أو ما تسوي شي لحد ما يصير شي.
- Bengaliবাংলা
অপেক্ষা করা
কিছু ঘটার জন্য অপেক্ষা করা বা এক জায়গায় থাকা।
- GermanDeutsch
Warten
An einer Stelle bleiben oder nichts tun, bis etwas passiert.
- SpanishEspañol
Esperar
Quedarse en un lugar o no hacer nada hasta que algo suceda.
- Persianفارسی
منتظر بودن
در یک جا بمانید یا هیچ کاری نکنید تا چیزی اتفاق بیفتد.
- FrenchFrançais
Attendre
Rester sur place ou ne rien faire jusqu'à ce qu'il se passe quelque chose.
- Hindiहिन्दी
इंतज़ार करना
एक जगह रुकना या कुछ होने तक कुछ न करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Aspettare
Stare fermi o non fare nulla finché non succede qualcosa.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Esperar
Ficar em um lugar ou não fazer nada até que algo aconteça.
- RussianРусский
Ждать, подождать
Оставаться на одном месте или ничего не делать, пока что-то не случится.
- Urduاردو
انتظار کرنا، ٹھہرنا
ایک جگہ رُک جانا یا کسی چیز کے ہونے تک کچھ نہ کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
等
待在原地不动，或者先不做什么，直到有事情发生。
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Frequently asked questions about Wait
What does Wait mean?
To stay in one place or not do anything until something happens.
What is the definition of Wait?
to stay where you are or delay doing something until somebody/something comes or something happens
How do you use Wait in a sentence?
Please wait for your turn in the queue.
Can you give another example of Wait?
I can’t wait to see you at the party!
What are synonyms for Wait?
Common alternatives include stay, pause, remain, bide, linger.
What is the opposite of Wait?
Opposite meanings include rush, hurry, act.
What words go with Wait?
It commonly pairs with a while, long, forever, have to, must, can hardly, for, till, until, can’t afford to wait, keep somebody waiting, wait a long time, a while, long, forever, have to, must, can hardly, for, till, until, can’t afford to wait, keep somebody waiting, wait a long time.
What are common mistakes when using Wait?
'Wait' is sometimes confused with 'waive', which has a different meaning. Learners may use 'wait' without the preposition 'for' when necessary. Using 'wait' inappropriately in formal writing, where 'await' is preferred.
How do you pronounce Wait?
US: /["/weɪt/","/weɪts/","/ˈweɪtɪd/","/ˈweɪtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/weɪt/","/weɪts/","/ˈweɪtɪd/","/ˈweɪtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Wait?
Often used when someone is expecting another person or event. Can be informal when telling someone to be patient (e.g., 'Wait a minute'). Less formal in casual conversations. In formal contexts, alternatives like 'await' may be more appropriate.
What CEFR level is Wait?
"Wait" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.