entretanto — meaning in English

English meaning

• however adv Nevertheless; in spite of what was just said.
• meanwhile adv At the same time, often in a different place or context.
• then adv At that time (in the past or future).

Senses

entretanto is used for these senses in English:

• however (conjunctive) Nevertheless; yet, still; in spite of that.
• meanwhile During the time that something is happening, often specifically in a different place.
• meanwhile During an intervening time; from now until a future time.
• then (sequence) At the same time; on the other hand.

however — full definition

1. adv Nevertheless; in spite of what was just said.
2. adv No matter how; to whatever degree or extent.
3. conj But; yet; although.

Related Portuguese words