Whereas

Pronunciation: /wɛrˈæz/

Definitions of whereas

conjunction used to introduce a statement that contrasts with a previous statement or situation

Example Sentences

A1 I like tea, whereas my sister prefers coffee.

A2 I enjoy reading, whereas my brother prefers watching TV.

B1 I prefer summer, whereas my best friend prefers winter.

B2 I am good at math, whereas my classmate struggles with it.

C1 I have traveled to many countries, whereas my colleague has never left the country.

C2 I have a deep understanding of the topic, whereas my peers have only a basic knowledge.

Examples of whereas in a Sentence

formal The company's revenue increased by 10% this quarter, whereas expenses remained relatively stable.

informal I prefer tea whereas my sister prefers coffee.

slang I like to chill at home whereas my friends like to party.

figurative She was like a bright light in the darkness, whereas he was like a shadow lurking in the corner.

Grammatical Forms of whereas

• past tense: whereased
• plural: whereases
• comparative: more whereas
• superlative: most whereas
• present tense: whereas
• future tense: will whereas
• perfect tense: have whereas
• continuous tense: is whereas
• singular: whereas
• positive degree: as whereas
• infinitive: to whereas
• gerund: whereasing
• participle: whereasing

Origin and Evolution of whereas

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'whereas' originated from Middle English, combining 'where' and 'as' to create a conjunction meaning 'in view of the fact that'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'whereas' has retained its original meaning as a conjunction used to introduce a contrasting or qualifying statement, often in legal or formal contexts.