ungeduldig
impatient
Eine Person mit dieser Eigenschaft kann nicht gut warten und möchte, dass etwas sofort passiert.
The German word "ungeduldig" is an adjective that means "impatient". It is made up of the prefix "un-" which indicates negation, and the word "geduldig," which means "patient." Thus, "ungeduldig" describes a state of being inclined to feel restless or dissatisfied due to delay or unwillingness to wait.
Similar words in German include "unruhig" (restless) and "eilig" (urgent). The difference is that "unruhig" emphasizes a sense of anxiety or agitation, while "eilig" pertains more to urgency or promptness rather than an emotional state. "Ungeduldig," specifically focuses on the lack of patience in waiting for something.
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Examples
Er wartet ungeduldig auf eine Antwort.adjective
He waits impatiently for an answer.
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