meanwhile

frattempo

Tempo che passa tra un avvenimento e un altro.

In inglese semplice: 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.

Sinonimi: meantime, interval

Espressioni comuni: in the meanwhile, during the meanwhile

nel frattempo, intanto

Introduce un altro fatto che avviene nello stesso momento.

In inglese semplice: 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.

Sinonimi: at the same time

Espressioni comuni: meanwhile elsewhere, meanwhile back home, meanwhile outside, meanwhile at home

nel frattempo, intanto

Durante il tempo che precede un altro avvenimento.

In inglese semplice: 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.

Sinonimi: in the meantime, until then

Espressioni comuni: meanwhile keep working, meanwhile stay here