whereas (/wɛərˈæz/)
conjunction · Intermediate · Daily Life
🔊 /wɛərˈæz/
Meaning
Meaning: while in contrast
Used to compare two facts and show how they differ.
Examples
🗣 He likes tea, whereas she likes coffee.
Etymology
Formed from ‘where’ plus ‘as’ in Middle English.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to set two differing facts side by side, often formal.
Tags: conjunction, contrast