待つ

まつ

To wait

N5verb·matsu

How to remember it

Picture someone waiting patiently on a "mat"—sitting still until something happens.

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'm waiting for a 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

Common polite form 待ってください; noun form 待ち (machi) seen in 待合室.

Related words

待合室期待待機

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