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while in Catalan

while in Catalan is mentre, mentre que, malgrat — while means a period of time, especially one of uncertain or moderate length.

while in Catalan

mentre
conj
During the same time that.
mentre que
conj
During the same time that.
malgrat
conj
Although.
estona
noun
An uncertain duration of time, a period of time.

What does "while" mean?

  1. noun A period of time, especially one of uncertain or moderate length.
    "We waited a while before the doctor called us in."
  2. conj During the same time that something else happens.
    "She read a book while waiting for the bus."
  3. conj Used to introduce a contrast, similar to "whereas" or "although".
    "While I agree with most of the plan, I still have concerns about the budget."
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while in a sentence

  • We waited a while before the doctor called us in.
  • It's been a while since I last saw her.
  • She read a book while waiting for the bus.
  • While you were out, a delivery arrived.

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What is "while" in Catalan?

"while" in Catalan is mentre, mentre que, malgrat. while means: A period of time, especially one of uncertain or moderate length.

How do you use "while" in a sentence?

Example: "We waited a while before the doctor called us in." In Catalan, "while" is mentre, mentre que, malgrat.

Are there other ways to say "while" in Catalan?

Yes — Catalan has 4 translations listed for "while": mentre, mentre que, malgrat, estona.

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