From root: hintay
Usage Note
Paghihintay refers to the duration or the act of waiting. It is common to say 'Salamat sa paghihintay' to thank someone for their patience.
Examples
" Pagod na ako sa paghihintay. "
Natural Translation
I'm tired of waiting already.
Literal Translation
Tired already I at act-of-waiting.
" Pagod na ako sa paghihintay. "
Natural Translation
I am tired of waiting.
Literal Translation
Tired already I at the act-of-waiting.
" Pagkatapos ng matagal na paghihintay sa ospital, sa wakas ay natawag din ang pangalan ko. "
Natural Translation
After a long wait at the hospital, my name was finally called.
Literal Translation
After of long that act-of-waiting at hospital, at end is got-called also the name my.
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