待


This kanji means to wait for.

on readings:
  • tai
kun readings:
  • ma
examples:
期待 kitai expectation, anticipation
待ち合い室 machiaishitsu waiting room
待ち合わせる machiawaseru wait for (as previously arranged)
待ちぼうけ machibōke getting stood up
待つ matsu wait for
接待 settai reception, welcome, serving, offering
招待 shōtai invitation
招待状 shōtaijō written invitation
特待 tokutai special treatment, distinction

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Last Alteration Performed: 31 July 2026 by Bradley James Wogsland.