待つ

待つ

まつ

To wait

N5verb·matsu

How to remember it

待 combines a temple (寺) where one endures and waits patiently.

Example sentences

  • 駅で友達を待っています。

    えきでともだちをまっています。

    I am waiting for my friend at the station.

  • 少々お待ちください。

    しょうしょうおまちください。

    Please wait a moment.

Usage

Takes を for the person/thing awaited; polite form お待ちください is common.

Related words

待ち時間待合室集まる

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