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    L'impatience (en. Impatience)

    lɛ̃.pat.jɑ̃s

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Lack of patience, agitation related to waiting.
    Her impatience at the thought of going on vacation was palpable.
    Son impatience à l'idée de partir en vacances était palpable.
    Disposition to be annoyed by waiting.
    The children's impatience at Christmas is always at its peak.
    L'impatience des enfants à Noël est toujours à son comble.
    State of anxiety caused by prolonged waiting.
    The spectators' impatience grew as the show had not yet started.
    L'impatience des spectateurs grandissait alors que le spectacle n'avait pas encore commencé.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'impatientia', composed of 'in-' (negation) and 'patientia' (patience).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    impatience is a virtue
    Expresses the idea that sometimes, impatience can lead to beneficial outcomes.
    l'impatience est une vertu
    not to lose patience
    Means to remain calm despite waiting or difficulties.
    ne pas perdre patience
    a growing impatience
    Designates an intensification of worry or agitation.
    une impatience croissante

    Related Words

    patient
    One who knows how to wait without getting agitated.
    patient
    to become impatient
    The act of becoming impatient.
    s'impatienter
    patience
    Ability to wait calmly.
    patience

    Slang Meanings

    Being in a hurry
    He is so in a hurry that he can't stay still.
    Il est tellement pressé qu'il ne peut pas rester en place.
    Going crazy from waiting
    She is going crazy waiting for her appointment.
    Elle devient folle d'attente pour son rendez-vous.