기다렸다

This is the 11074th most frequent Korean word.

기다렸다

"Waited."

This usage of '기다렸다' shows anticipation or staying in a state of pause until a specific result or moment occurs.

결과가 나올 때까지 기다렸다.

I waited until the results came out.

Here, '기다렸다' is used to indicate the act of waiting for a bus, showing the verb in past tense referencing a specific action completed in the past.

나는 버스를 기다렸다.

I waited for the bus.

In this sentence, '기다렸다' expresses waiting for an event or condition (rain stopping), highlighting patience or anticipation.

비가 그치기를 기다렸다.

I waited for the rain to stop.