Definitions
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."
Word Game Points
Is WHEREAS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, whereas is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordWHEREAS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is WHEREAS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, whereas is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordWHEREAS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.