esperar

verb
  1. To stay in a place or remain in a state of readiness until something expected happens. verb
    She had to esperar for the bus for over an hour.
    They decided to esperar until the rain stopped before continuing their journey.
  2. To anticipate or look forward to something with a sense of expectation or hope. verb
    He couldn't esperar to see his family after a long trip.
    She was esperar for the results of her exam with a mix of anxiety and excitement.