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during in French

during in French is durant, pendant — during means throughout the whole of a period of time.

during in French

durant
prep
For all of a given time interval; throughout; in; pending.
pendant
prep
For all of a given time interval; throughout; in; pending.
pendant
prep
At any time or period within a given time interval.
durant
prep
At any time or period within a given time interval.

What does "during" mean?

  1. prep Throughout the whole of a period of time.
    "The baby slept soundly during the whole of the long car journey."
  2. prep At some point within a period of time.
    "My neighbour dropped round some eggs during the morning, while I was out."
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during in a sentence

  • The baby slept soundly during the whole of the long car journey.
  • The lights flickered during the entire storm.
  • My neighbour dropped round some eggs during the morning, while I was out.
  • He called twice during the afternoon.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "during" in French?
"during" in French is durant, pendant. during means: Throughout the whole of a period of time.
How do you use "during" in a sentence?
Example: "The baby slept soundly during the whole of the long car journey." In French, "during" is durant, pendant.
Are there other ways to say "during" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "during": durant, pendant.
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