wait

verb

  • To stay in one place until something happens.
  • To serve food and drinks to people in a restaurant.
  • To hold off doing something until later.

noun

  • A delay.
  • One who watches; a watchman.


Synonym

  • attend
  • serve
  • postpone

Sentences

  • We have to wait for the bus.
  • Can you wait for me to finish my snack?
  • Let's wait for the rain to stop.
  • I will wait for my turn to play.
  • Please wait quietly in line.

Word Explanation:

  • Waiting means not doing something right now. Like when you have to stay still until it's your turn to play.

Word in hindi

इंतज़ार करो

intzaar karo

Other variations in hindi

  • रुको ruko
  • थोड़ा ठहरो thoda thahro

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'wait' mean?

The word 'wait' means to stay in one place or to not do something until something else happens.

How do you pronounce 'wait'?

You pronounce 'wait' like this: 'wayt'.

What is the origin of the word 'wait'?

The word 'wait' comes from the Old French word 'waitier', which means to watch or to stay.

What is the meaning of 'wait' in Hindi?

The word 'wait' in Hindi is 'इंतज़ार' (Intazār).

What is the meaning of 'wait' in Kannada?

The word 'wait' in Kannada is 'ಕಾದು' (Kādu).

Fact & Proverb:

Fact

Did you know that waiting can help you be more patient and make better choices?

Proverb

Good things come to those who wait. (This means that if you are patient, you will get rewards.)

Quote

"Patience is not simply the ability to wait - it's how we behave while we're waiting." - Joyce Meyer

Mini blog:

Sammy the Snail's Adventure

In a bright, colorful world, little Sammy the snail learned the magic of waiting. He watched as the sun rose and the flowers bloomed. “I must wait,” he said, “for the perfect moment!”

As he waited, he saw butterflies fluttering and birds singing. Each day brought new surprises!

Finally, when the time was right, Sammy found a shiny, delicious leaf. “Waiting was worth it!” he cheered.

Just like Sammy, sometimes we need to wait to see the wonderful things that come our way. So, let’s be patient and enjoy the journey! 🌼🐌