Cool MateMeaning of Whilst
In simple words: At the same time as; during.
Whilst in a sentence
- In the UK it is illegal to drive whilst holding a mobile phone.
- Harrison's clock allowed seamen to keep time accurately whilst at sea.
- Whilst my brother is hard-working, I'm quite lazy.
- Whilst the results of this study are certainly interesting, they are far from conclusive.
How to use Whilst
Use 'whilst' in more formal writing or speech. It's less common in everyday conversation, where 'while' is preferred. Avoid using 'whilst' in informal contexts.
Grammar pattern
whilst + clause
Memory hint
Think of 'whilst' as 'while' with a twist, like a dance while talking.
Related words
Collocations with Whilst
- whilst studying
- whilst waiting
- whilst driving
Synonyms for Whilst
Opposites of Whilst
Common mistakes with Whilst
- Using 'whilst' in informal conversations.
- 'Whilst' not used properly with clauses.
Whilst appears in
Whilst in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
بينما، في حين
في نفس الوقت الذي يحدث فيه شيء آخر؛ خلال.
- Bengaliবাংলা
যখন
একই সময়ে; চলাকালীন।
- GermanDeutsch
Während, wohingegen
Gleichzeitig mit; während.
- SpanishEspañol
Mientras
Al mismo tiempo que; durante.
- Persianفارسی
در حالی که
همزمان با یه چیزی؛ در حینِ یه کاری.
- FrenchFrançais
Tandis que, Pendant que
En même temps que ; pendant.
- Hindiहिन्दी
Whilst
उसी समय; दौरान।
- ItalianItaliano
Mentre
Nello stesso momento in cui; durante.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Enquanto
Ao mesmo tempo que; durante.
- RussianРусский
В то время как, пока
В то же время; в течение.
- Urduاردو
جبکہ
اسی وقت جب؛ دوران۔
- Chinese中文
Whilst
同时；在...期间。
More words like Whilst
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Whilst
What does Whilst mean?
At the same time as; during.
What is the definition of Whilst?
during the time that something is happening; at the same time as something else is happening
How do you use Whilst in a sentence?
In the UK it is illegal to drive whilst holding a mobile phone.
Can you give another example of Whilst?
Harrison's clock allowed seamen to keep time accurately whilst at sea.
What are synonyms for Whilst?
Common alternatives include when.
What is the opposite of Whilst?
Opposite meanings include instead, subsequently.
What words go with Whilst?
It commonly pairs with whilst studying, whilst waiting, whilst driving.
What are common mistakes when using Whilst?
Using 'whilst' in informal conversations. 'Whilst' not used properly with clauses.
How do you pronounce Whilst?
US: /["/waɪlst/"]/, UK: /["/waɪlst/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Whilst formal or informal?
"Whilst" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Whilst?
Use 'whilst' in more formal writing or speech. It's less common in everyday conversation, where 'while' is preferred. Avoid using 'whilst' in informal contexts.
What CEFR level is Whilst?
"Whilst" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.