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while

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "while" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

1 syllable
5 characters
English (US)
1syllable

while

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

Because it is a word with a single syllable, while is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.

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Definitions ofwhile

1noun
  • An uncertain duration of time, a period of time.

    Example: "He lectured for quite a long while."

1verb
  • To pass (time) idly.

    Synonyms: idle, laze, lounge

  • To occupy or entertain (someone) in order to let time pass.
  • To loiter.

    Synonyms: "hang around", linger

1preposition
  • Until.
1conjunction
  • During the same time that.

    Example: "He was sleeping while I was singing."

  • Although.

    Example: "This case, while interesting, is a bit frustrating."

  • Until.

    Example: "I'll wait while you've finished painting."

  • As long as.

    Example: "While you're at school you may live at home."

  • (public policy) Used to denote an individual experiencing racial profiling when performing a seemingly benign activity.

    Example: "He was detained for four hours at the store yesterday. His crime? Shopping while black."

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