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While

(h)waɪl
Meget Almindelig
~ 1500
~ 1500, Meget Almindelig
Ordfrekvens- og betydningsindekset angiver, hvor ofte et ord optræder i et givet sprog. Jo mindre tallet er, jo oftere bruges ordet. De mest anvendte ord spænder typisk fra cirka 1 til 4000. Dette vigtighedsindeks hjælper dig med at fokusere på de mest nyttige ord under din sprogindlæringsproces.
During the time that, Although, A period of time

While - Betydninger

During the time that

Eksempel: She read a book while waiting for the bus.
Brug: informalSammenhæng: everyday conversations
Bemærk: This is the most common meaning of 'while' and is used to indicate something that happens at the same time as something else.

Although

Eksempel: While I appreciate your help, I think I can handle this on my own.
Brug: formalSammenhæng: written or formal speech
Bemærk: In this context, 'while' is used to introduce a contrast or concession.

A period of time

Eksempel: I'll be away for a while, so please take care of yourself.
Brug: informalSammenhæng: casual conversations
Bemærk: Here, 'while' refers to an unspecified amount of time.

Synonymer for While

whilst

While 'while' is commonly used in American English, 'whilst' is more commonly used in British English. Both words mean 'during the time that' or 'at the same time as.'
Eksempel: I will cook dinner whilst you set the table.
Bemærk: Regional variation in usage

as

'As' can be used to indicate two actions happening simultaneously. It is more formal than 'while' and can also be used to show cause or reason.
Eksempel: She sang as she danced.
Bemærk: Formality and versatility

during

'During' is used to indicate a period of time in which something happens. It is more specific than 'while' and often refers to a particular time frame.
Eksempel: I read a book during my lunch break.
Bemærk: Specificity in time reference

Whiles udtryk og almindelige sætninger

while away

To spend time idly or pleasantly.
Eksempel: I like to while away the hours reading in the park.
Bemærk: The phrase 'while away' adds the idea of passing time in a leisurely manner, unlike just 'while' which simply denotes a period of time.

all the while

Throughout a period of time; despite appearances.
Eksempel: She seemed calm all the while, but inside she was nervous.
Bemærk: Adding 'all the' emphasizes continuity or consistency throughout the given time period.

in a while

A short period of time; soon.
Eksempel: I'll be ready to go in a while, just give me a few more minutes.
Bemærk: This phrase specifies a brief duration of time, contrasting with the general sense of 'while' as a period without specifying its length.

while at it

In addition to doing something else; simultaneously.
Eksempel: I'll pick up some groceries while at it.
Bemærk: The addition of 'at it' implies doing something else concurrently or taking advantage of the situation, not just during a period of time.

once in a while

Occasionally; not very often.
Eksempel: I treat myself to ice cream once in a while.
Bemærk: The inclusion of 'once' emphasizes infrequency or rarity, unlike the general sense of 'while' which denotes a period of time.

while the going is good

While a situation is favorable or promising.
Eksempel: Let's invest in the stock market while the going is good.
Bemærk: This phrase suggests taking advantage of a positive situation or circumstance, unlike 'while' which is more neutral in its meaning of a period of time.

while stocks last

Until the supply is exhausted; until the goods are gone.
Eksempel: Hurry and get your discount while stocks last!
Bemærk: The phrase specifies a limited duration based on availability, contrasting with the general sense of 'while' as a period of time without restriction.

Whiles dagligdags (slang) udtryk

a minute

Used to indicate a short period of time, not necessarily 60 seconds.
Eksempel: I'll be back in a minute.
Bemærk: Different from 'while' as it implies a shorter duration.

hot second

Refers to an extended period of time, longer than expected.
Eksempel: I haven't seen her in a hot second.
Bemærk: Contrary to 'while' indicating a brief duration.

tick

Derived from 'tick of the clock', meaning a short moment.
Eksempel: I'll be there in a tick.
Bemærk: Emphasis on a very short span of time compared to 'while'.

sec

Abbreviation of 'second', indicating a very brief moment.
Eksempel: Hold on a sec, I'll get my keys.
Bemærk: Similar to 'a minute', highlighting a short timespan.

jiffy

Refers to a short, unspecified amount of time.
Eksempel: I'll have it done in a jiffy.
Bemærk: Emphasizes a quick completion rather than a vague period like 'while'.

mo

Abbreviation of 'moment', suggesting a brief pause.
Eksempel: Give me a mo to check my calendar.
Bemærk: Similar to 'a minute', indicating a short timeframe.

split second

Denotes a very short, almost instantaneous duration.
Eksempel: She made her decision in a split second.
Bemærk: Stresses an extremely brief time compared to 'while'.

While - Eksempler

While I was studying, my sister was watching TV.
He will wait while you finish your work.
Amíg nem találunk megoldást, addig amíg nem találunk kiutat, nem tudunk továbblépni.

Whiles grammatik

While - Underordnende konjunktion (Subordinating conjunction) / Præposition eller underordnende konjunktion (Preposition or subordinating conjunction)
Opslagsform: while
Bøjninger
Substantiv, ental eller masse (Noun, singular or mass): while
Verbum, datid (Verb, past tense): whiled
Verbum, gerundium eller præsens participium (Verb, gerund or present participle): whiling
Verbum, 3. person ental nutid (Verb, 3rd person singular present): whiles
Verbum, grundform (Verb, base form): while
Verbum, nutid ikke 3. person ental (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): while
Stavelser, Opdeling og Betoning
while indeholder 1 stavelser: while
Fonetisk transkription: ˈ(h)wī(-ə)l
while , ˈ(h)wī( ə)l (Den røde stavelse er trykbetonet)

While - Betydning og brugsfrekvens

Ordfrekvens- og betydningsindekset angiver, hvor ofte et ord optræder i et givet sprog. Jo mindre tallet er, jo oftere bruges ordet. De mest anvendte ord spænder typisk fra cirka 1 til 4000.
while: ~ 1500 (Meget Almindelig).
Dette vigtighedsindeks hjælper dig med at fokusere på de mest nyttige ord under din sprogindlæringsproces.
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