Whereas

Today’s Word of the Day is whereas, a conjunction. It is a more advanced word, but it appears often in books, articles and thoughtful conversation.

Meaning

  • Word: whereas
  • Part of speech: conjunction
  • Meaning: Used to show a difference between two things.

Example sentences

  • He likes tea, whereas his sister prefers coffee.
  • Some students enjoy speaking, whereas others prefer writing.

Related words

Words connected with whereas: while, but, on the other hand.

Practise it today

Say whereas aloud three times, then make one sentence about something happening around you today.

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