B2adjectiveformalacademicmedia
US/ˌsaɪ.məlˈteɪ.ni.əs/
UK/ˌsɪm.əlˈteɪ.ni.əs/
happening or done at exactly the same time
In context
The conference offers simultaneous translation into English and Vietnamese.
There were two simultaneous explosions in different parts of the city.
The new film had a simultaneous release in cinemas and online.
Words that go with simultaneous
adjective + noun
- simultaneous translationHeadphones for simultaneous translation are available at the door.
- simultaneous releaseThe album got a simultaneous release in Asia and Europe.
- simultaneous eventsThe app lets you follow several simultaneous events.
adverb + adjective
- almost simultaneousThe two goals were almost simultaneous in the two matches.
adjective + preposition
- simultaneous withThe strike was simultaneous with a protest in the capital.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I can't do two things simultaneous.Correct: I can't do two things simultaneously. / I can't do two things at the same time.