meanwhile in French
meanwhile in French is entretemps, pendant ce temps, en attendant — meanwhile means at the same time, often in a different place or context.
meanwhile in French
entretemps
During the time that something is happening, often specifically in a different place.
pendant ce temps
During the time that something is happening, often specifically in a different place.
en attendant
During the time that something is happening, often specifically in a different place.
pendant ce temps
During an intervening time; from now until a future time.
entre-temps
During an intervening time; from now until a future time.
What does "meanwhile" mean?
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adv At the same time, often in a different place or context.
"The kids were watching cartoons; meanwhile, their parents were prepping dinner."
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meanwhile in a sentence
- The kids were watching cartoons; meanwhile, their parents were prepping dinner.
- Meanwhile, back at the office, chaos had broken out.
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What is "meanwhile" in French?
"meanwhile" in French is entretemps, pendant ce temps, en attendant. meanwhile means: At the same time, often in a different place or context.
How do you use "meanwhile" in a sentence?
Example: "The kids were watching cartoons; meanwhile, their parents were prepping dinner." In French, "meanwhile" is entretemps, pendant ce temps, en attendant.
Are there other ways to say "meanwhile" in French?
Yes — French has 4 translations listed for "meanwhile": entretemps, pendant ce temps, en attendant, entre-temps.
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