How to say to wait in Korean

Korean: 기다리다[ gi-da-ri-da ]

to wait
to wait기다리다

Meaning

기다리다 means to wait. You use it when you stay until someone or something comes, or until it is time for something. It is a common daily word for situations like waiting for a friend, a bus, food, or your turn.

Example sentences

  1. 친구를 기다렸다가 집에 갔어요.

    I waited for my friend and then went home.

  2. 버스를 기다리는데 시간이 오래 걸려요.

    It takes a long time waiting for the bus.

  3. 식당에서 음식을 기다렸어요.

    I waited for my food at the restaurant.

  4. 친구를 기다리는데 시간이 좀 걸려요.

    It takes a bit of time waiting for my friend.