patiently
word · lemma: patient
Definition
In a calm and steady way, without getting angry or upset, while waiting for something or dealing with a difficult situation.
Usage & Nuances
'Patiently' is an adverb, often placed after the verb ('wait patiently'). It stresses calm endurance, not just time. Common with verbs like 'wait', 'listen', 'explain'. Avoid confusing it with 'calmly' (which doesn't include waiting or persistence).
Spanish: pacientementePortuguese (BR): pacientementePortuguese (PT): pacientementeChinese (Simplified): 耐心地Chinese (Traditional): 耐心地Hindi: धैर्यपूर्वकArabic: بِصَبْرٍBengali: ধৈর্যসহকারে - ধৈর্যের সাথেRussian: терпеливоJapanese: 忍耐強く - 我慢してVietnamese: kiên nhẫnKorean: 참을성 있게Turkish: sabırlaUrdu: صبر سےIndonesian: dengan sabar
Example Sentences
The dog sits patiently at the door.
basic
Please listen patiently to the instructions.
basic
She waited patiently for her turn.
basic
He stood patiently in the long line without complaining.
natural
She explained everything patiently to the new employees.
natural
Kids don’t always wait patiently for dessert at dinner.
natural