Dictionary entryCEFR A2verb

wait

IPA pronunciation: /weɪt/

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Russian meaning

ждать

English definition

To stay in one place or delay action until a particular time or event.

Example

Please wait here for a moment.

Collocations

wait for
can't wait
wait a minute
wait in line

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