whilst
word
Definition
A formal or literary way of saying 'while', used to express that two actions are happening at the same time.
Usage & Nuances
'Whilst' is chiefly British English and sounds more formal or old-fashioned than 'while'. In American English, 'while' is preferred. Used mostly in written, formal contexts like essays, reports or literature.
Spanish: mientrasPortuguese (BR): enquantoPortuguese (PT): enquantoChinese (Simplified): 在...的时候Chinese (Traditional): 在...的時候Hindi: जबकिArabic: أثناءBengali: যখন - যতক্ষণRussian: в то время какJapanese: 〜しながらVietnamese: trong khiKorean: 동안에 - 하는 동안Turkish: iken - sırasındaUrdu: جبکہIndonesian: sementara
Example Sentences
She read a book whilst waiting for the bus.
basic
He cooked dinner whilst listening to music.
basic
Please do not use your phone whilst driving.
basic
Some people like to listen to podcasts whilst working out at the gym.
natural
Whilst I agree with you, I still have a few concerns.
natural
The dog slept peacefully whilst the children played outside.
natural