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waiting in line; waiting one's turn; queuing
The act of waiting for one's turn in a queue, whether at a restaurant, store, or other establishment.
順番待ちをしている。
I'm waiting in line.
順番待ちの人が多い。
There are a lot of people waiting in line.
アプリで順番待ちの登録ができるから、店で並ばなくていい。
You can register for a spot in line on the app, so you don't have to wait at the store.
順番待ち is common at popular restaurants and services.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 順番待ちをする (to wait in line)
- 順番待ちシステム (queue management system)
- 順番待ち時間 (waiting time)
MODERN SYSTEMS:
- Many restaurants use digital queue systems.
- You can often register via apps and receive notifications.
- 呼び出し (calling your number/name)
RELATED TERMS:
- 行列: queue, line
- 整理券: numbered ticket