Cool MateMeaning of In the meantime
The period of time between two events or actions.
In simple words: During a period of time when something is happening.
In the meantime in a sentence
- I'll prepare dinner; in the meantime, could you set the table?
- The report isn't ready; in the meantime, we can discuss the budget.
- The repairs will take a week; in the meantime, we should find a temporary solution.
- She is traveling; in the meantime, he will take care of the house.
- The new software is in development; in the meantime, we can use the old version.
How to use In the meantime
Used to refer to a period of time between two events. Common in both spoken and written English. Appropriate in casual conversations and formal contexts.
Grammar pattern
standalone phrase
Memory hint
Think: 'In between mean times - like filling in a gap'.
Related words
Collocations with In the meantime
- in the meantime
- stay busy in the meantime
- in the meantime activities
Synonyms for In the meantime
- meanwhile
- at the same time
- in the interval
- simultaneously
Common mistakes with In the meantime
- Using it inappropriately in formal writing without context.
- Confusing it with 'meanwhile', which has a similar but slightly different nuance.
- Using it at the beginning of a sentence without a clear time reference.
Compare In the meantime with Meanwhile, At the same time, Simultaneously
In the meantime appears in
In the meantime in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
في غضون ذلك
خلال فترة زمنية يحدث فيها شيء ما.
- Bengaliবাংলা
এই সময়ের মধ্যে
কোনো কিছু ঘটার সময়কালে।
- GermanDeutsch
In der Zwischenzeit
Während einer Zeitspanne, in der etwas passiert.
- SpanishEspañol
Mientras tanto
Durante un período de tiempo en el que algo está sucediendo.
- Persianفارسی
در این میان
در طول مدت زمانی که چیزی در حال اتفاق است.
- FrenchFrançais
En attendant
Pendant une période de temps où quelque chose se passe.
- Hindiहिन्दी
इस बीच
जब कुछ हो रहा हो उस दौरान।
- ItalianItaliano
Nel frattempo
Durante un periodo di tempo in cui sta succedendo qualcosa.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Enquanto isso
Durante um período de tempo em que algo está acontecendo.
- RussianРусский
тем временем, пока
В течение какого-то времени, пока что-то происходит.
- Urduاردو
اس وقت تک
جب تک کوئی چیز ہو رہی ہو اس دوران۔
- Chinese中文
在此期间,与此同时
在某事发生的一段时间内。
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Frequently asked questions about In the meantime
What does In the meantime mean?
During a period of time when something is happening.
What is the definition of In the meantime?
The period of time between two events or actions.
How do you use In the meantime in a sentence?
I'll prepare dinner; in the meantime, could you set the table?
Can you give another example of In the meantime?
The report isn't ready; in the meantime, we can discuss the budget.
What are synonyms for In the meantime?
Common alternatives include meanwhile, at the same time, in the interval, simultaneously.
What words go with In the meantime?
It commonly pairs with in the meantime, stay busy in the meantime, in the meantime activities.
What are common mistakes when using In the meantime?
Using it inappropriately in formal writing without context. Confusing it with 'meanwhile', which has a similar but slightly different nuance. Using it at the beginning of a sentence without a clear time reference.
How do you pronounce In the meantime?
US: //ɪn ðə ˈmiːnˌtaɪm//, UK: //ɪn ðə ˈmiːnˌtaɪm//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use In the meantime?
Used to refer to a period of time between two events. Common in both spoken and written English. Appropriate in casual conversations and formal contexts.