while in German
while in German is während, solange, obwohl — while means a period of time, especially one of uncertain or moderate length.
while in German
während
During the same time that.
solange
During the same time that.
während
Although.
obwohl
Although.
auch wenn
Although.
obgleich
Although.
solange
As long as.
Weile
An uncertain duration of time, a period of time.
Zeitspanne
An uncertain duration of time, a period of time.
Weilchen
An uncertain duration of time, a period of time.
(gemeinsam) die Zeit verbringen
(transitive) To occupy or entertain (someone) in order to let time pass.
beschäftigen
(transitive) To occupy or entertain (someone) in order to let time pass.
unterhalten
(transitive) To occupy or entertain (someone) in order to let time pass.
vertrödeln
(intransitive, archaic) To elapse, to pass.
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."
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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Common German translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "while" in German?
"while" in German is während, solange, obwohl. 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 German, "while" is während, solange, obwohl.
Are there other ways to say "while" in German?
Yes — German has 12 translations listed for "while": während, solange, obwohl, auch wenn, obgleich, Weile.
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