while in Japanese
while in Japanese is ながら, 時, 間 — while means a period of time, especially one of uncertain or moderate length.
while in Japanese
ながら
Pronounced: nagara
During the same time that.
時
Pronounced: toki
During the same time that.
間
Pronounced: aida
During the same time that.
期間
Pronounced: kikan
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."
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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Frequently asked questions
What is "while" in Japanese?
"while" in Japanese is ながら, 時, 間. while means: A period of time, especially one of uncertain or moderate length.
How do you pronounce ながら?
"while" in Japanese is ながら, pronounced "nagara".
How do you use "while" in a sentence?
Example: "We waited a while before the doctor called us in." In Japanese, "while" is ながら, 時, 間.
Are there other ways to say "while" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 4 translations listed for "while": ながら, 時, 間, 期間.
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