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What is bide? wait, remain patient — English Meaning and Usage

bide
B2
verb
Usage:
92%
wait, remain patient
Translation: wait, remain patient
Pronunciation: /baɪd/
Meaning: to wait for a suitable time or opportunity

Usually used in the expression bide one's time, this meaning refers to waiting patiently for the best moment to act.

She decided to bide her time before responding.

The team bided its time until an opening appeared.

2
C1
archaic verb
Usage:
39%
stay, remain
Translation: stay, remain
Pronunciation: /baɪd/
Meaning: to remain or stay in a place

This archaic or literary meaning refers to staying, living, or continuing in a particular location.

Bide here until I return.

The travelers bided at the inn overnight.

3
C1
archaic verb
Usage:
47%
endure, tolerate
Translation: endure, tolerate
Pronunciation: /baɪd/
Meaning: to endure or tolerate something

This old-fashioned meaning refers to tolerating, bearing, or putting up with a person, behavior, or condition.

He could not bide their constant complaining.

She would not bide such disrespect.

4
C1
literary verb
Usage:
31%
remain, continue
Translation: remain, continue
Pronunciation: /baɪd/
Meaning: to continue in a condition or state

This literary meaning refers to continuing, persisting, or remaining present over time.

The memory bides with him.

The old custom bided through generations.

bide — Frequently Asked Questions

What does bide mean?
bide means "wait, remain patient" in English. It is used as verb.
How do you pronounce bide?
bide is pronounced as "/baɪd/".
What level is bide?
bide is a B2 level word.
How do you use bide?
She decided to bide her time before responding.
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