while in Chinese
while in Chinese is 當 — while means a period of time, especially one of uncertain or moderate length.
while in Chinese
當
Pronounced: dāng
During the same time that.
What does "while" mean?
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noun A period of time, especially one of uncertain or moderate length.
"We waited a while before the doctor called us in."
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conj During the same time that something else happens.
"She read a book while waiting for the bus."
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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 Chinese?
"while" in Chinese is 當. while means: A period of time, especially one of uncertain or moderate length.
How do you pronounce 當?
"while" in Chinese is 當, pronounced "dāng".
How do you use "while" in a sentence?
Example: "We waited a while before the doctor called us in." In Chinese, "while" is 當.
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