Korean learner dictionary
기다리다 meaning and pronunciation
gidarida · wait
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Dictionary entry
NIKL target code 62264Part of speech: 동사Pronunciation: 기다리다, 기다리어, 기다리여Level: Beginner · NIKL learner grade
Conjugate 기다리다: speech levels, questions & connectors- 1.
사람, 때가 오거나 어떤 일이 이루어질 때까지 시간을 보내다.
English: wait — To spend time until a person or time comes or a certain event is realized.
Examples
- 결정을 기다리다.
- 답장을 기다리다.
- 버스를 기다리다.
- 봄을 기다리다.
- 소식을 기다리다.
- 순서를 기다리다.
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- 사회 생활 > 사회 활동
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