Meaning of the word when in English
What does when mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
when
US /wen/
UK /wen/
Adverb
1.
at what time or on what occasion
Example:
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When did you arrive?
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When will the meeting start?
2.
at the time that; during the time that
Example:
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I was sleeping when the phone rang.
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She smiled when she saw him.
Synonym:
Noun
1.
the time at which something happens
Example:
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Tell me the when and where of the party.
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The exact when of the event is still unknown.
Conjunction
1.
at which time (referring to a preceding noun)
Example:
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There was a time when I believed in magic.
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I remember the day when we first met.
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