atˈtɛndere

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Translation

to wait; to deal with, to attend to (a task)

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Word origin

From the Latin attendere, meaning to stretch towards or pay heed, the same root as the English attend.

Origin
Latin
Root
attendere
English cognates
attend, attention

Grammar

Verb type-ere irregular

Irregular verb. A full conjugation table for irregular verbs is coming soon. For now, use a reference like Wordreference or RAE.

Examples

, operatore.

Please wait on the line, I'll connect you with an operator right away.

' .

I need to wait for a reply from the office before deciding.

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The head teacher is calmly waiting for the results.

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