SpellRight

SpellRight › Spelling

Uncommon

awhile

The correct spelling is awhile.

How to pronounce awhile

/əˈhwaɪl/
adverb

IPA: /əˈhwaɪl/

Say it like: Awh-ile

The correct spelling is awhile. For some time; for a short time. For example: "Sit with me awhile."

Usage Examples

Sit with me awhile.

Can I get you a drink awhile?

Definition

adverb

  1. 1.For some time; for a short time.
  2. 2.(Pennsylvania Dutch English, US) In the meantime; during an implicit ongoing process.

Similar words

Words related in meaning — check their spelling too.

View synonyms & usage examples