Difference between “A While” vs. “Awhile”

A while is a time, a noun. The article a before while is a sure sign that you’re dealing with a noun. Awhile means for a time and it’s an adverb.

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By Kim Siever

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  2. Great post! “Awhile” and “a while” can be tricky.

    1. Thanks. They are probably two of the easiest to confuse. :)

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