1. A delay or period of waiting that can be anticipated or expected based on patterns, experience, or previous occurrences
The predictable wait at rush hour made commuters plan their departures accordingly.
A espera previsível na hora de pico fez os passageiros planejarem suas saídas adequadamente.
2. A waiting period whose duration or occurrence is reasonable and can be foreseen
There's always a predictable wait when calling customer service on Monday mornings.
Sempre há uma espera previsível ao ligar para o atendimento ao cliente nas manhãs de segunda-feira.