This is the 790th most frequent Dutch word.
wacht
"Wait" or "guard."
The word 'wacht' is used as a command or request to stay where one is or delay action briefly.
Wacht even hier terwijl ik iets haal.
Wait here for a moment while I fetch something.
The word 'wacht' is used as part of the verb 'wachten', meaning to wait.
Ik wacht al uren op zijn telefoontje.
I have been waiting for his call for hours.
The word 'wacht' is used as a noun referring to a person or group assigned to keep guard or watch.