während
Meaning and Usage
"Während" means "while" or "during" in German. It is used to indicate the time when something is happening or a condition is prevailing.
Linguistic Analysis
"Während" is a preposition. It comes from Middle High German and Old High German "während," which means "moment," "time," or "period."
Comparisons between German and English
The word "während" is similar in meaning and usage to the English word "while" or "during."
Cultural Context
"Während" is frequently used in daily conversations, formal writing, and literature to express the duration or timing of events.
Example Sentences
- Ich arbeite, während du schläfst. (I work while you sleep.)
- Während des Sommers reise ich gern. (I like to travel during the summer.)
Memory Tips
Connect "während" with the English word "while" to help remember its meaning and usage.
Additional Vocabulary
Related words: währenddessen (meanwhile), zeitgleich (at the same time), in der Zeit (in the time)