English phrases

How to say “thanks for your patience

Meaning

An expression of gratitude for someone's tolerance or understanding during a delay or inconvenience.

When to use

Used in professional settings when you have caused someone to wait, or when a process took longer than expected.

Hear it in context

Thanks for your patience while I clarified the details with the client.

Alternative expressions

  • thank you for bearing with me
  • I appreciate your understanding
  • sorry for the wait

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