While

Pronunciation: /ˈwaɪl/

While (conjunction)

  1. Used to show two actions happen at the same time.
  2. Used to say something happens during a period of time.
  3. Used to show a difference between what happens in one period and what happens in another.

Examples

  • I read while you cook.
  • She studies while he rests.

While (preposition)

  1. Used before a time period to mean “during that time”.

Examples

  • I learned a lot while studying at home.
  • She stayed focused while working on the task.