Understanding the Linking Word 'Meanwhile' for 12-Year-Old Students

Yes, 'meanwhile' is a linking word. Linking words are words or phrases that help connect ideas, sentences, or parts of a story to make writing and speaking clearer and smoother.

'Meanwhile' is used to show that two things are happening at the same time. It helps a reader or listener understand that while one action is happening, another action is happening too.

How to use 'meanwhile':

• It usually links two parts of a story or two sentences happening at the same time.
• You can use it at the beginning of a sentence or between two sentences.
• It shows that the events are happening simultaneously.

Example sentences:

• I was doing my homework. Meanwhile, my brother was playing video games.
• Meanwhile, in the kitchen, our mom was baking cookies.
• She studied for the test. Meanwhile, her friends went to the park.

So, remember, you can use 'meanwhile' to connect two actions occurring at the same time, making your writing more interesting and clear.