meanwhile
/ˈmiːnwaɪl/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #2457 in the learning path
与此同时；在此期间
Definitions
adv. During the same time or while something else is happening.
与此同时；在此期间
Example
The soup is simmering; meanwhile, I will prepare dessert.
汤正在慢炖；趁这会儿，我来准备甜点。
New railway lines may take years to complete; meanwhile, cities should improve existing bus services.
新铁路线可能需要多年才能建成；在此期间，城市应改善现有的公交服务。
Collocations
- in the meanwhile
- meanwhile, elsewhere
Synonyms
- in the meantime
Usage tip
连接两个完整句子时，前面用句号或分号。
FAQ
- What does meanwhile mean?
- During the same time or while something else is happening.
- How is meanwhile pronounced?
- UK /ˈmiːnwaɪl/, US /ˈmiːnwaɪl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
