waiting
beginnerA1/ˈweɪtɪŋ/ · wait-ing
to remain in a state of expectation or to stay in one place until something happens.
Meanings
to remain in a state of expectation or to stay in one place until something happens.
کسی چیز کے ہونے تک کسی مقام پر رہنے کی حالت میں رہنا۔
انتظار
intezaar
Common Collocations
- waiting patiently
- waiting for someone
- waiting in line
Example Sentences
I am waiting for the bus.
میں بس کا انتظار کر رہا ہوں۔
Main bas ka intezaar kar raha hoon.
She is waiting for her friend.
وہ اپنی دوست کا انتظار کر رہی ہے۔
Woh apni dost ka intezaar kar rahi hai.
After waiting for hours, we finally noticed the train.
گھنٹوں انتظار کرنے کے بعد، ہم نے آخر کار ٹرین دیکھی۔
Ghanaton intezaar karne ke baad, hum ne aakhir kar train dekhi.
Easily Confused With
💡 Memory Tip
Think of a ticking clock when you are waiting.
Imagine sitting on a bench at a bus stop, checking your watch.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
کتنی دیر انتظار کروں، یہ کہنا تیرا تھا
Kitni der intezaar karun, yeh kehna tera tha
How long should I wait, it was your promise to me
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
صبر کا پھل میٹھا ہوتا ہے
Sabr ka phal meetha hota hai
The fruit of patience is sweet.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Old English "waitian" — to remain in readiness
First known use: 14th century
The word 'waiting' has evolved from Old English 'waitian', indicating the action of being in a state of readiness or expectancy.