zwischendrin
Translation
in between, in the middle of it all, here and there
Examples
Ich habe zwischendrin eine Pause gemacht.
I took a break in between.
Wir können uns zwischendrin auf einen Kaffee treffen.
We can meet for a coffee in between.
Grammar Patterns
to do ((sth.)) in between Ich habe zwischendrin eine Pause gemacht.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dazwischen, inmitten
Etymology
A combination of 'zwischen' (between) and 'drin' (a colloquial form of 'darin', meaning 'in it'). Literally 'between-in-it'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'zwischen' (between) + 'drin' (in there). It's something happening 'in there, between' other events.