whilstKK [ˈwaɪlst] ｜ /ˈwaɪlst/
GEPT 中高級
B2conjunction
during the time that something is happening; at the same time as something else is happening
Whilst I was cooking dinner, my son was doing his homework.
當……同時；在……期間
B2conjunction
although; despite the fact that something is happening
Whilst it was raining heavily, John decided to go for a run.
B1conjunction
used to contrast two things
Whilst I enjoy spending time with my friends, I also value my alone time.
然而；相比之下
B2conjunction
while, at the same time (rare or literary in North America)
Whilst the cat napped, the mouse attempted to steal a piece of cheese.