whereas
US /werˈæz/
UK /werˈæz/
1.
而, 然而
in contrast or comparison with the fact that
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Some people like coffee, whereas others prefer tea.
有些人喜欢咖啡，而另一些人则喜欢茶。
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He is very tall, whereas his brother is quite short.
他很高，而他弟弟却很矮。
2.
鉴于, 考虑到
in view of the fact that; since (used in formal preambles to documents)
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Whereas it is desirable to provide for the protection of children...
鉴于有必要为儿童提供保护...
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Whereas the parties have agreed to the following terms...
鉴于各方已同意以下条款...