Gleichzeitig [noun]

Definition

Gleichzeitig is a German noun that translates to “simultaneously” or “at the same time” in English. It is used to describe activities or events that occur at once or concurrently.

Opposite

The opposite of gleichzeitig is nacheinander, which means “one after another.” While gleichzeitig emphasizes things happening simultaneously, nacheinander emphasizes a sequential order.

Synonyms

Here are some synonyms for gleichzeitig:

• zeitgleich - also means “simultaneously”
• parallel - translates to “parallel”
• zur gleichen Zeit - means “at the same time”

Examples

1. Während sie am Telefon sprach, kochte sie gleichzeitig das Abendessen. (While she was on the phone, she was cooking dinner simultaneously.)

2. Die zwei Teams starteten gleichzeitig das Rennen. (The two teams started the race at the same time.)

3. Der Vortrag wurde auf Englisch und Deutsch gleichzeitig übersetzt. (The lecture was simultaneously translated into English and German.)\ Visit YouGlish.com