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WHEREAS

(noun, adverb, conj.)
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There are 4 meanings of the word Whereas.

How to pronounce whereas:

US

Whereas - as a noun

A clause, as in legal documents, stating whereas.

Whereas - as an adverb

Where (that).

Whereas - as a conjunction

In contrast; whilst on the contrary; although.

Example: "He came first in the race, whereas his brother came last."

It being the fact that; inasmuch as. (often used in recitals)

Example Sentences

"She loves art, whereas he prefers music."
"I enjoy cooking, whereas my sister hates it."
"He was tall, whereas his brother was short."
"She is hardworking, whereas her colleague is lazy."
"I like summer, whereas my friend prefers winter."
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Word Game Points

Is WHEREAS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, whereas is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

WHEREAS has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is WHEREAS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, whereas is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
WHEREAS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is WHEREAS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, whereas is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
WHEREAS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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