Translation of Czech word "zatímco" to English
zatímco
/zaˈtʊrmko/
Meaning
ConjunctionIn contrast; whilst on the contrary; although.
How to use
Subordinating conjunction expressing contrast or temporal overlap. A core vocabulary item frequently encountered in standard conversational and written Czech.
🇬🇧 English
whereas
Example
Já rád čtu knihy, zatímco vy se rádi díváte na filmy.
I like reading books, whereas you like watching movies.
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Common phrases
- zatímco čekal— while he was waiting
- Já rád čtu knihy, zatímco vy se rádi díváte na filmy.— I like reading books, whereas you like watching movies.
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What does the Czech word "zatímco" mean?▼
The Czech word "zatímco" means "whereas" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Já rád čtu knihy, zatímco vy se rádi díváte na filmy." (which translates as "I like reading books, whereas you like watching movies.").
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