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whilst

The correct spelling is whilst.

How to pronounce whilst

/hwaɪlst/
conjunction

IPA: /hwaɪlst/

Say it like: Wil-st

The correct spelling is whilst. (rare or literary in North America) While, at the same time. For example: "Drivers must switch off engines whilst on stand."

Usage Examples

Drivers must switch off engines whilst on stand.

Definition

conjunction

  1. 1.(rare or literary in North America) While, at the same time.

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