No. 4,439 in Arabic
وبينما
"While" or "whereas."
In a sentence
وبينما كنتُ أمشي في الممر، سمعتُ صوتاً غريباً.
While I was walking in the hallway, I heard a strange sound.
Used to indicate simultaneous events.
وبينما يجتهد الطالب في دراسته، يضمن مستقبله.
As the student works hard in their studies, they ensure their future.
Indicates a cause-effect relationship.
وبينما تعلو الأمواج بفعل الرياح، تتحرك القوارب بصعوبة.
While the waves rise due to the wind, the boats move with difficulty.
Shows contrast between two simultaneous situations.
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