When
WiktionaryText
Conjunction
- At what time.
- They were told when to sleep.
- At such time as.
- I’m happiest when I’m working.
- As soon as.
- I’ll do it when I get the time.
- At a time in the past,
- It was raining when I came yesterday.
Adverb
- At what time.
- When will they arrive? (direct question)
- Do you know when they'll arrive? (indirect question)
Pronoun
- What time; which time
- Since when do I need your permission?
Noun
- The time.
- A good article will cover the who, the what, the when, the where, the why and the how.
Interjection
when!
- Said to indicate that an implied condition or time has been reached (used for synchronization). Similar to "now!"; often used with an undertone of whimsy.
- Anne (pouring milk): Say "when". Bob (indicating that enough milk has now been poured): When!