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Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /ˈmiːnwaɪl/
meanwhile means: Used to introduce something else that is happening at the same time.
adverb
Used to introduce something else that is happening at the same time.
- We were cooking. Meanwhile, Dad was setting the table.
- The north had heavy rain. Meanwhile, the south stayed dry.
- Our team lost. Meanwhile, our rivals won easily.
During the time before something else happens.
- Dinner will be ready soon; meanwhile, have some bread.
- The new office opens next month. Meanwhile, we work from home.
- Help is coming. Meanwhile, keep the injured person warm.
noun
The time between one event and another.
- In the meanwhile, we waited outside.
- The repairs start tomorrow; in the meanwhile, use the other door.
- She will arrive soon, but we can eat in the meanwhile.
Questions about meanwhile
What does meanwhile mean?
Used to introduce something else that is happening at the same time.
What is meanwhile in other languages?
Türkçe: bu arada · Español: mientras tanto · Français: pendant ce temps · Deutsch: währenddessen · Italiano: nel frattempo · 日本語: 一方
How do you pronounce meanwhile?
It is pronounced /ˈmiːnwaɪl/.
How do you use meanwhile in a sentence?
We were cooking. Meanwhile, Dad was setting the table. The north had heavy rain. Meanwhile, the south stayed dry.
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