meanwhile
Translation
meanwhile, meantime
Examples
You can set the table. Meanwhile, I'll make the salad.
You can set the table. Meanwhile, I'll make the salad.
He was at the party. His brother, meanwhile, was at home.
He was at the party. His brother, meanwhile, was at home.
Grammar Patterns
((clause)). Meanwhile, ((clause)). in the period of time between two events, or at the same time as another event You can set the table. Meanwhile, I'll make the salad.
Similar Words
Synonyms: meantime, in the interim, at the same time
Etymology
From 'mean' (middle) + 'while' (a period of time). Very similar to 'meantime'.
Memory Tips
'Meanwhile' often contrasts two things happening at the same time. Think 'in the middle of this while...'