How to Pronounce "wait"
word
/ˈweɪt/
WAYT
/wˈeɪt/
WAYT
Definition
To stay in one place or remain inactive until something happens or someone arrives.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈweɪt/
British English
/wˈeɪt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAYT
UK
WAYT
Listen in Context
Please wait here until I come back.
I have to wait for the bus every morning.
Don't wait too long to call me.
Can you wait a sec? I forgot my keys.