wait
beginnerA1/weɪt/ · wait
to stay in a place until an expected event happens or until someone arrives.
Meanings
to stay in a place until an expected event happens or until someone arrives.
کسی متوقع واقعے کے ہونے یا کسی کے آنے تک کسی جگہ رہنا۔
انتظار کرنا
intezaar karna
Common Collocations
- wait for someone
- wait in line
- wait and see
Example Sentences
I will wait for you at the café.
میں تمہارا انتظار کیفے میں کروں گا۔
main tumhara intezaar cafe mein karun ga.
We have to wait until the manager arrives.
ہمیں منیجر کے آنے تک انتظار کرنا ہوگا۔
humein manager ke aane tak intezaar karna hoga.
You should wait before making a decision.
تمہیں فیصلے کرنے سے پہلے انتظار کرنا چاہیے۔
tumhein faislay karne se pehle intezaar karna chahiye.
Easily Confused With
💡 Memory Tip
Remember 'wait' by associating it with a clock.
Visualize someone sitting at a bus stop, looking at their watch.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
انتظار میں کتنے دن لگ جائیں گے، کاش میرے خواب حقیقت بن جائیں گے۔
intezaar mein kitne din lag jayenge, kaash mere khwab haqeeqat ban jayenge.
How many days will it take to wait, I wish my dreams become reality.
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* Poetry attribution is AI-generated and may require verification.
🗣️ Urdu Proverb
صبر کا پھل میٹھا ہوتا ہے.
sabr ka phal meetha hota hai.
The fruit of patience is sweet.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Old English "hwaet" — to be strong, to remain
First known use: 14th century
The word 'wait' has evolved from Old English origins, initially meaning to remain or stay in one place. Over time, its meaning has shifted to specifically include the concept of delaying action or remaining inactive.