あれこれ他の表現で“At the Same Time”を表す方法

Hi Ashwin,

When you need to express the idea of “at this time,” there are many alternatives that can make your writing more varied and engaging. Here are some phrases you can use:

Common Alternatives to “At This Time”

You can say “currently,” “at the moment,” “now,” “today,” or “at this moment in time” instead of “at this time.”

Adverbs for Timing

For a more vivid and dynamic expression, consider these adverbs:

“At the moment”: This phrase is particularly useful when you want to emphasize the immediacy of an action or situation. “Here and now”: This expression can create a sense of urgency and presence in your text. “Right away”: Use this phrase when you want to convey immediacy or quickness.

Here are a few additional alternatives:

“On the other hand”: This can be used to introduce a contrasting point. “On the contrary”: Similarly, this phrase can be used to introduce an opposing idea. “When”: This can be used to introduce a clause or moment. “Still”: This can be used to indicate that something continues to be true. “Yet”: This can be used to introduce a contrast or to show that something is different. “However”: This can be used to introduce a contrasting idea.

Here’s an example sentence to illustrate:

When the event will start at 11 a.m., the doors will be opened and the Lady Mayoress will unveil the new plaque.

The Meaning of “At the Same Time”

When you need to express something happening concurrently, the following words can be used:

“Simultaneously”: This word is used to indicate that events happen or continue at the same time, without any delay. “Concurrently”: This term is similar to “simultaneously” and can be used interchangeably in most contexts. “Contemporaneously”: This word is more formal and can be used in academic or historical contexts. “Synchronously”: This term is often used in technical or scientific contexts to indicate that events occur at the same time or in harmony.

Less frequently used terms include:

“Coincidentally”: This is used to express that events happen at the same time by chance or coincidence. “Contiguously”: This term is usually used in a geographical or chronological context to indicate that events occur in the immediate succession.

Here’s an example sentence to illustrate:

The event will start at 11 a.m. at which time the Lady Mayoress will unveil the new plaque and the doors will be opened. Meanwhile, back at the ranch...

For further examples and context, please see the provided examples and additional information.

Hope this helps!