Definition of "until"

Kid-friendly meaning of until, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "until" mean?

until (conjunction) — up to the time when something happens.

Part of speechConjunction Syllables2 (un·til)

Example sentences using "until"

Grade K–2
Wait until I get back.
Grade 3–5
We waited until the rain stopped before walking home from the park.
Grade 6–8
Until the new playground opens next month, the kindergarten kids have to share the smaller equipment behind the cafeteria with the first graders.

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