whereas

conjunction
UK: /ˌweərˈæz/
US: /ˌwerˈæz/

  1. Used to say that although something is true of one thing, it is not true of another

    1. She likes apples, whereas he likes oranges.
    2. My sister loves cats, whereas I've always been more of a dog person, preferring their loyalty.

  2. Considering that; because

    1. Whereas the application was late, it was not accepted.
    2. Whereas new evidence has come to light, the case will be reopened immediately.

  3. Used at the beginning of a statement to introduce a formal declaration.

    1. Whereas, the board has reviewed the proposal...
    2. Whereas, the committee finds that the evidence supports the claim, it therefore recommends...

Synonyms

while although but since considering inasmuch as

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "whereas" in English means: Used to say that although something is true of one thing, it is not true of another, Considering that; because, Used at the beginning of a statement to introduce a formal declaration..

The phonetic transcription of "whereas" is /ˌweərˈæz/ in British English and /ˌwerˈæz/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "whereas": while, although, but, since, considering, inasmuch as.

Example usage of "whereas": "She likes apples, whereas he likes oranges.". More examples on the page.