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“impatient” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/impaˈθjente/

Example

No te pongas impaciente.

Don't get impatient.

Illustration for impaciente (impatient)

How to say “impatient” in Spanish

“Impatient” in Spanish is impaciente.

Person fidgeting and glancing repeatedly at a clock.

Full entry for impaciente: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with impaciente

Estoy impaciente por la respuesta.

I'm impatient for the answer.

Tips for using impaciente

  • Spanish distinguishes ser impaciente for a character trait, estar impaciente for a temporary state, ponerse impaciente to become impatient, and estar impaciente por + infinitive to express eagerness.

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