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Patient Meaning for Kids

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What Does Patient Mean?

Adjective

  • Able to wait without getting upset.
  • Staying calm and not rushing.

Noun

  • A person or animal who is getting help from a doctor.
  • Someone who is being cared for when they are not feeling well.

Patient — Full Explanation

Being patient means you can wait for something without getting angry or bored. Like when you wait for your food to be ready.

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Patient Meaning in Other Languages

hindi
धैर्य

dhairya

धैर्यवान

dhairyavaan

सहनशील

sahansheel

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Frequently Asked Questions About Patient

What does 'patient' mean?
The word 'patient' means being able to wait without getting upset or angry. It means you can stay calm when things take a long time.
How do you pronounce 'patient'?
You say 'patient' like this: PAY-shent.
What is the origin of the word 'patient'?
The word 'patient' comes from the Latin word 'patiens', which means 'suffering' or 'enduring'. It has been used in English for a long time!
What is the meaning of 'patient' in Kannada?
The word 'patient' in Kannada is 'ರೋಗಿ' (Rōgi).