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at the same time

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ət ðə ˌseɪm ˈtaɪm/

at the same time means: At exactly the same moment.

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SAME INSTANTA2

At exactly the same moment.

  • We arrived at the same time.
  • Both phones rang at the same time.
  • Did the two runners finish at the same time?

Similar words: simultaneously, together

Common phrases: at the same time, arrive at the same time

OVERLAPPING ACTIVITIESA2

During a period when something else is also happening.

  • She eats and reads at the same time.
  • I was studying and working at the same time.
  • Can you cook and talk on the phone at the same time?

Similar words: simultaneously, concurrently

Common phrases: at the same time, work at the same time

OPPOSING VIEWB2

Used to introduce another fact or opinion that makes the situation seem different.

  • It is expensive. At the same time, it is useful.
  • I understand your anger, but at the same time, she needs help.
  • The job is tiring. At the same time, I enjoy it.

Similar words: however, on the other hand, nevertheless

Common phrases: at the same time, but at the same time

Questions about at the same time

What does at the same time mean?

At exactly the same moment.

What is at the same time in other languages?

Türkçe: aynı anda · Español: al mismo tiempo · Français: en même temps · Deutsch: gleichzeitig · Italiano: allo stesso tempo · 日本語: 同時に

How do you pronounce at the same time?

It is pronounced /ət ðə ˌseɪm ˈtaɪm/.

How do you use at the same time in a sentence?

We arrived at the same time. Both phones rang at the same time.

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