Cool MateMeaning of When
at what time; on what occasion
In simple words: A word used to ask about or talk about time.
When in a sentence
- When did you last see him?
- When can I see you?
- When *(= in what circumstances)* would such a solution be possible?
- Sunday is the only day when I can relax.
- There are times when I wonder why I do this job.
- The last time I went to Scotland was in May, when the weather was beautiful.
How to use When
Used to ask questions about time (e.g., 'When is the meeting?') or to indicate time in statements (e.g., 'I will call you when I get home.'). It's appropriate in both spoken and written English.
Grammar pattern
when + subject + verb
Memory hint
Think of 'When will it rain?' — associate it with planning for the weather.
Related words
Collocations with When
- when I was younger
- when it rains
- call me when
Synonyms for When
- at what time
- whenever
- as soon as
Common mistakes with When
- Confusing 'when' with 'where' when asking about location.
- Using 'when' incorrectly in conditional sentences.
- Omitting 'when' in sentences that require it for clarity.
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Frequently asked questions about When
What does When mean?
A word used to ask about or talk about time.
What is the definition of When?
at what time; on what occasion
How do you use When in a sentence?
When did you last see him?
Can you give another example of When?
When can I see you?
What are synonyms for When?
Common alternatives include at what time, whenever, as soon as.
What is the opposite of When?
Opposite meanings include never, nowhere, no time.
What words go with When?
It commonly pairs with when I was younger, when it rains, call me when.
What are common mistakes when using When?
Confusing 'when' with 'where' when asking about location. Using 'when' incorrectly in conditional sentences. Omitting 'when' in sentences that require it for clarity.
How do you pronounce When?
US: /["/wen/"]/, UK: /["/wen/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use When?
Used to ask questions about time (e.g., 'When is the meeting?') or to indicate time in statements (e.g., 'I will call you when I get home.'). It's appropriate in both spoken and written English.
What CEFR level is When?
"When" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.