No. 202 in Indonesian
sedangkan
"Sedangkan" means "whereas" or "while" in English, used to contrast two ideas or actions.
In a sentence
Saya suka kopi, sedangkan dia lebih memilih teh.
I like coffee, whereas he prefers tea.
Used to compare two contrasting preferences.
Dia belajar dengan giat, sedangkan temannya sering bermain.
He studies diligently, whereas his friend often plays.
Used to contrast two different behaviors.
Kereta akan berangkat, sedangkan saya masih di jalan.
The train is departing, whereas I am still on the way.
Used to juxtapose two simultaneous states or situations.
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