Chinese

děngdài
Meaning: to wait for; to await
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

我們正在等待進一步的消息。
我们正在等待进一步的消息。
We are currently waiting for further news.
我們正在等待考試的結果。
We are waiting for the results of the exam.
這個項目還在等待上級的審批。
This project is still waiting for approval from higher-ups.
碼頭上有許多等待出口的貨物。
There are many goods waiting to be exported at the pier.
我們會優先處理您的訂單,請耐心等待。
We will prioritize processing your order, please wait patiently.

Usage Notes

A somewhat formal or standard way to say 'wait'.

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