English · Daily Life
between
/bɪˈtwiːn/
[/bɪˈtwiːn/]
in the space separating two things
Beginnerpreposition
Definition
In the space, time, or range that separates two people, things, or points.
Example
The shop is between the bank and the café.
The shop is between the bank and the café.
Etymology
From Old English 'betweonum', related to 'twa' (two).
How & Where It’s Used
Typically used for two items, while 'among' is for many.