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Waiting

🇬🇧 UK //ˈweɪtɪŋ// 🇺🇸 US //ˈweɪtɪŋ//

Meaning of Waiting

The act of staying in one place until something occurs.

In simple words: staying in one place until something happens

Waiting in a sentence

• I am waiting for the bus to arrive.
• She is waiting in line for concert tickets.
• They were waiting to hear back about their job applications.

How to use Waiting

Commonly used in both spoken and written contexts. Avoid in very formal writing; instead, you might use 'pending' or 'awaiting'.

Grammar pattern

waiting + for + object

Memory hint

Think of someone checking their watch while waiting for a bus.

Related words

Collocations with Waiting

• waiting for someone
• waiting in line
• waiting on a decision

Synonyms for Waiting

• delay
• pause
• remain
• stay

Opposites of Waiting

• rushing
• hurrying

Common mistakes with Waiting

• Using the wrong preposition, like 'waiting to' instead of 'waiting for'
• Confusing 'wait for' with 'wait on'
• Overusing in formal contexts where 'await' is more appropriate

Frequently asked questions about Waiting

What does Waiting mean?

staying in one place until something happens

What is the definition of Waiting?

The act of staying in one place until something occurs.

How do you use Waiting in a sentence?

I am waiting for the bus to arrive.

Can you give another example of Waiting?

She is waiting in line for concert tickets.

What are synonyms for Waiting?

Common alternatives include delay, pause, remain, stay.

What is the opposite of Waiting?

Opposite meanings include rushing, hurrying.

What words go with Waiting?

It commonly pairs with waiting for someone, waiting in line, waiting on a decision.

What are common mistakes when using Waiting?

Using the wrong preposition, like 'waiting to' instead of 'waiting for' Confusing 'wait for' with 'wait on' Overusing in formal contexts where 'await' is more appropriate

How do you pronounce Waiting?

US: //ˈweɪtɪŋ//, UK: //ˈweɪtɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Waiting?

Commonly used in both spoken and written contexts. Avoid in very formal writing; instead, you might use 'pending' or 'awaiting'.