Adverb
zwischendurch
Pronunciation: /ˌtsvɪʃənˈdʊʁç/
between times, in between (during some period of time, dividing it into intervals)
B2
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Meanings
Adverb
- between times, in between (during some period of time, dividing it into intervals)
- in the meanwhile, interim (during an intermediate period)
- now and then, on the side (occasionally when there is time to spare)
Example sentence
Was ist zwischendurch passiert?
What's happened in the meantime?
Usage
- zwischendurch eine Pause machen — take a break in between other activities
- für zwischendurch — for a spare moment or a quick snack between meals
Beim Streichen machen wir zwischendurch die Fenster auf.
While painting, we open the windows from time to time.