Antayin (en. Wait)
an-tayin
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
An action that indicates the process of waiting.
I need to wait for my friend before we leave.
Kailangan kong antayin ang aking kaibigan bago tayo umalis.
Emphasis on being patient while waiting.
Sometimes, it's hard to wait for the things we want.
Minsan, mahirap antayin ang mga bagay na nais natin.
Waiting for a specific time or opportunity.
Wait for me to get on the bus.
Antayin mo muna akong makapasok sa bus.
Etymology
derived from the word 'antay' meaning 'to wait'
Common Phrases and Expressions
Wait for me
Don't leave and wait for me.
Antayin mo ako
Wait for the right moment
Wait for the best time or situation.
Antayin ang tamang pagkakataon
Related Words
wait
A word that indicates the duty of having patience in a situation.
hintay
Slang Meanings
Wait a minute.
Wait for me, I'm almost there.
Antayin mo ako, malapit na ako.
Just hang on.
Just wait for me at the corner, okay?
Antayin mo na lang ako sa kanto, okay?
Just chill.
Wait, this isn't easy.
Antayin mo, hindi ito madali.