Patiemment (en. Patiently)

pa.tjɑ.mã

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adverb
Having patience, waiting without discouragement.
He waited patiently for his turn at the counter.
Il a attendu patiemment son tour au guichet.
With a calm disposition towards difficulties.
She patiently explained the lesson to her students.
Elle a patiemment expliqué la leçon à ses élèves.
In a manner that demonstrates understanding and calmness.
He listened patiently to his colleagues' complaints.
Il a écouté patiemment les plaintes de ses collègues.

Etymology

The word 'patiently' derives from the Latin 'patientem', which means 'to endure' or 'to bear'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

wait patiently
Waiting without complaining.
attendre patiemment
work patiently
Working diligently and without haste.
travailler patiemment
listen patiently
Listening without interruption or impatience.
écouter patiemment

Related Words

patience
The ability to wait without becoming impatient.
patience
patient
One who demonstrates patience.
patient

Slang Meanings

Being zen
He remains zen even in the worst situations.
Il reste zen même dans les pires situations.
To endure hardship patiently
She endures hardship patiently during this difficult time.
Elle prend son mal en patience pendant cette période difficile.