This is the 4668th most frequent French word.
patient
"Patient" in English means someone undergoing medical treatment or showing tolerance and endurance.
The word 'patient' is used as an adjective to describe someone who can endure difficulties calmly.
Jean est très patient avec ses élèves.
Jean is very patient with his students.
Here, 'patient' is used as a noun referring to someone receiving medical care.
Le médecin examine un patient dans son cabinet.
The doctor examines a patient in his office.
In this sentence, 'patient' serves as an adjective implying the ability to wait or tolerate delays without becoming upset.