while in Spanish
while in Spanish is mientras, mientras que, demientra — while means a period of time, especially one of uncertain or moderate length.
while in Spanish
mientras
During the same time that.
mientras que
During the same time that.
demientra
During the same time that.
mientra
During the same time that.
aunque
Although.
aun cuando
Although.
bien que
Although.
si bien
Although.
en tanto que
As long as.
mientras
As long as.
con tal que
As long as.
siempre y cuando
As long as.
rato
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.
Similar words in Spanish
Common Spanish translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "while" in Spanish?
"while" in Spanish is mientras, mientras que, demientra. 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 Spanish, "while" is mientras, mientras que, demientra.
Are there other ways to say "while" in Spanish?
Yes — Spanish has 12 translations listed for "while": mientras, mientras que, demientra, mientra, aunque, aun cuando.
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