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between

Pronunciation: [/bəˈtwin/]

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between: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use between in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “relationship”

(preposition) used to show the space that separates two things or the relationship of individuals or items in a group. It's for when something is in the middle of two other things or when you're talking about choices.

Example

The ball is between the two trees.

Example

There is nothing between the two houses.

Example

What is between the red and blue markers?

Context: “location”

(adverb) in or into the space that separates two things or people. It's like being in the middle.

Example

She stood directly between her two friends.

Example

He couldn't decide which path to take; he was stuck between choices.

Example

Where did you put the book? Is it between the other two books?

Context: “comparison”

(adjective) in the middle of two or more things or people. It's about being in the middle or comparing options.

Example

She found herself torn between two good choices.

Example

He couldn't choose between the red or blue paint.

Example

Are you between the ages of 20 and 30?

How to pronounce between

Pronunciation: [/bəˈtwin/]

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