English–German
“while at it” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/neːbm̩ˈbaɪ̯/
Example
Ich habe nebenbei noch ein Buch gekauft.
I also bought another book while I was at it.
How to say “while at it” in German
“While at it” in German is nebenbei.
A main task in the foreground with a small extra action happening beside it.
Example sentences with nebenbei
Ich lese nebenbei Artikel, um auf dem Laufenden zu bleiben.
I read articles on the side to keep up to date.
Tips for using nebenbei
- Nebenbei can describe doing something alongside regular work, as in nebenbei studieren, meaning to study while working or pursuing another main activity.