待 wait

Go to the temple and then wait until the dude from the THAI place delivers the chicken.

expectations ★★★★☆
期 (period of time) + 待 (wait) = 期待 (expectations)

Expectations. For example, 今回は負けたけど、次に期待しよう！　（こんかいはまけたけど、つぎにきたいしよう！） We lost this time, but I expect we'll win next time!
Or, I expect that my students will give at least 33% effort.

made you wait! ★★★☆☆

to make someone wait. The person at a cash register will generally say 'Taihenおまたせしました!' if you have to wait over 3 seconds.

waiting room ★★☆☆☆ KUNKUNNOKURI
待 (wait) + 合 (to suit) + 室 (room suffix) = 待合室 (waiting room)