between
word
/bitˈwin/, /bɪtˈwin/
bi-TWEEN
/bɪtwˈiːn/
bi-TWEEN
Definition
Used to show that something is in the middle of two things or groups, or relating to two or more people, places, or things.
Usage & Nuances
'Between' is most commonly used for two items, but can also refer to more if the relationship is clearly one-to-one. Common phrases: 'between you and me', 'between the lines', 'between 8 and 10 o'clock'. Not usually used for vague groups; use 'among' for more general collections.
Spanish: entrePortuguese (BR): entrePortuguese (PT): entreChinese (Simplified): 在…之间Chinese (Traditional): 在…之間Hindi: के बीचArabic: بينBengali: মধ্যেRussian: междуJapanese: 間（あいだ）Vietnamese: giữaKorean: 사이Turkish: arasındaUrdu: کے درمیانIndonesian: antara
Example Sentences
The ball is between the two chairs.
basic
You can choose between tea and coffee.
basic
The shop is open between 9 and 6.
basic
Keep this between us, okay?
natural
She sat between her friends at lunch.
natural
It’s hard to choose between those two options.
natural