American English
/wɛn/
One syllable.
At or during the time that something happens.
“When” is usually pronounced /wɛn/. In some Southern U.S. accents, you may hear it as /wɪn/ (“win”).
At or during the time that something happens.
Call me when you get home.
When the movie ended, we went out.
For a future event, use the present form after when: Call me when you arrive, not when you will arrive.
when possible · when necessary · when ready · when appropriate
when + subject + verb, subject + verb
subject + verb + when + subject + verb
Used to ask what time something happens, happened, or will happen.
When does the store open?
When is your appointment?
When + do/does/did + subject + verb?
When + is/are + subject + ...?
used to introduce a topic or area
When it comes to cooking, Maya is very creative.
if you are not sure what to do
When in doubt, ask for help.