Definition: (interrogative) When ever: emphatic form of when.
Alright class, settle down, let’s take a look!
You’ve come across "whenever," and the dictionary gives you a clue – it’s an emphatic way to say “when.” But what does that
really
mean?
Think of it like this: "When" is a simple word, nice and neat. It just tells us
at what time
something happens.
“Whenever” adds a little extra spice, you see! It’s not
just
asking “when,” it's saying, "
Really? When?!
Let me tell you!” It emphasizes the timing, showing excitement or surprise about
exactly
when something occurred.
Let’s look at an example:
“Whenever I hear that song, I remember our summer days.”
Notice how “whenever” isn't just saying "when." It’s adding a bit of feeling – it highlights the connection between the music and those happy memories.
It's like saying, "Seriously?
Whenever
I hear this tune, it instantly brings me back!"
Do you have any questions about that? Is there anything you’d like to practice with, perhaps putting “whenever” into a sentence of your own?