Pronunciation: [djˈʊ͡əɹɪŋ] (IPA) 
The word "during" is spelled with six letters, but has only two syllables. The first syllable is pronounced with a "d" sound, represented in IPA as /d/, and a "yoo" sound, represented as /j/. The second syllable is pronounced with a "ring" sound, represented as /rɪŋ/. Together, the IPA transcription for "during" is /ˈdjʊərɪŋ/. This word is commonly used to refer to a period of time, usually within the context of an event or activity.
During is a preposition that refers to a specific time period or event that transpires within a particular timeframe. This word depicts an action or occurrence happening throughout or throughout the duration of something else. It indicates a relationship between two events or actions happening simultaneously or within the same time frame.
During commonly denotes the time or length of something, indicating the occurrence of an activity while another action or event is taking place. It can be used to describe a particular event, period, or circumstance in which something happens, indicating a happening within that specific time frame.
For example, if someone says, "I am going to read a book during my lunch break," it implies that they intend to engage in the activity of reading a book while on their lunch break. In this context, "during" highlights the correlation between reading a book and the duration of the lunch break.
In short, during portrays the span of time in which a specific action, event, or occurrence takes place alongside or coinciding with something else. It serves to establish a temporal connection between two or more activities or situations within a defined time period.
Holding on for; in the course of; while anything lasts.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "during" has its etymological roots in the Middle English term "dure(n)" which meant "endure" or "last". This Middle English term derived from the Old French word "dorer" which had a similar meaning of "to last" or "to endure". The Old French word came from the Latin word "durare" which meant "to harden" or "to endure". Ultimately, "durare" is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root "*dūro" meaning "to harden" or "to strengthen".
