Cool MateMeaning of Wait up
To stop moving so someone can catch up.
In simple words: To stop or pause for someone to catch up.
Wait up in a sentence
- They ran ahead, but I shouted, 'Wait up!' so I could join them.
- I had to tell him to wait up when he started walking too fast.
- She kept calling, 'Wait up!' as I tried to keep pace.
- If you go too fast, just remember to wait up for the others.
- I can't keep up! Please wait up for me!
How to use Wait up
Used in casual conversation among friends. Not suitable for formal writing or speech.
Grammar pattern
wait + up (+ for someone)
Memory hint
Imagine someone saying 'Wait up!' while catching their breath on a jog.
Related words
Collocations with Wait up
- wait up for someone
- wait up a minute
- wait up guys
Common mistakes with Wait up
- Used with 'to' instead of 'for' (e.g., 'wait up to me').
- Forget to use 'up' (e.g., 'wait for me').
- 'Up' is placed incorrectly in the sentence.
Wait up appears in
Wait up in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
انتظر
التوقف أو التمهل حتى يلحق بك شخص ما.
- Bengaliবাংলা
একটু অপেক্ষা কর
কেউ যাতে তোমার সাথে যোগ দিতে পারে সেজন্য থেমে যাওয়া বা একটু অপেক্ষা করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Warte auf mich
Anhalten oder pausieren, damit jemand aufholen kann.
- SpanishEspañol
Espera
Detente o haz una pausa para que alguien te alcance.
- Persianفارسی
صبر کن
متوقف شدن یا مکث کردن تا کسی به شما برسد.
- FrenchFrançais
Attends
S'arrêter ou faire une pause pour que quelqu'un puisse vous rattraper.
- Hindiहिन्दी
थोड़ा रुको
किसी के बराबर आने के लिए रुकना या इंतज़ार करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Aspetta
Fermati o rallenta per far sì che qualcuno ti raggiunga.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Espera aí
Parar ou pausar para alguém te alcançar.
- RussianРусский
Подожди
Остановиться или замедлиться, чтобы кто-то мог догнать.
- Urduاردو
Wait up
کسی کے پہنچنے کا انتظار کرنے کے لیے رکنا یا ٹھہرنا۔
- Chinese中文
等等
停一下，让别人能赶上你。
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Frequently asked questions about Wait up
What does Wait up mean?
To stop or pause for someone to catch up.
What is the definition of Wait up?
To stop moving so someone can catch up.
How do you use Wait up in a sentence?
They ran ahead, but I shouted, 'Wait up!' so I could join them.
Can you give another example of Wait up?
I had to tell him to wait up when he started walking too fast.
What are synonyms for Wait up?
Common alternatives include halt, pause, stop, stay.
What words go with Wait up?
It commonly pairs with wait up for someone, wait up a minute, wait up guys.
What are common mistakes when using Wait up?
Used with 'to' instead of 'for' (e.g., 'wait up to me'). Forget to use 'up' (e.g., 'wait for me'). 'Up' is placed incorrectly in the sentence.
How do you pronounce Wait up?
US: //weɪt ʌp//, UK: //weɪt ʌp//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Wait up formal or informal?
"Wait up" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use Wait up?
Used in casual conversation among friends. Not suitable for formal writing or speech.