between

A preposition used to indicate a position in the middle of two or more things, or a relationship involving separation, connection, or sharing.

• 🇨🇳介词，表示位置、时间、数量或关系介于两个或多个对象之间，或表示两者之间的关联、区别与选择。

1. in the middle of two things A1 formal

   used to indicate a position or space separating two objects or points

   • The café is between the bank and the post office.
   • She sat between her parents.
   • There is a fence between the two houses.

   🇨🇳在两者之间

2. involving two or more parties A2 formal

   used to show a relationship, connection, or interaction involving two or more people or things

   • An agreement between the two companies was signed.
   • There is a strong bond between them.
   • The difference between the options is clear.

   🇨🇳关系或联系

3. shared or divided A2 formal

   used to indicate distribution or sharing among two or more entities

   • Divide the money between the two of you.
   • The work was shared between the team members.
   • Split the cake between them.

   🇨🇳分配或分担

4. within a range B1 formal

   used to indicate limits or a range involving two values

   • The shop is open between 9 and 5.
   • The temperature will stay between 20 and 25 degrees.
   • Choose a number between one and ten.

   🇨🇳在……之间（范围）