while in Irish
while in Irish is agus, chomh fada is, chúns — while means a period of time, especially one of uncertain or moderate length.
while in Irish
agus
During the same time that.
chomh fada is
As long as.
chúns
As long as.
tamall
An uncertain duration of time, a period of time.
scaitheamh
An uncertain duration of time, a period of time.
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 Irish?
"while" in Irish is agus, chomh fada is, chúns. 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 Irish, "while" is agus, chomh fada is, chúns.
Are there other ways to say "while" in Irish?
Yes — Irish has 5 translations listed for "while": agus, chomh fada is, chúns, tamall, scaitheamh.
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