[English-Grammar-03] What's the difference between "Between" and "During"?

Today is about English grammar.
"Between" and "during" are all prepositions that represent the relationship between two events or periods. I'm going to learn more about the meaning and difference of "between" and "during."
Sometimes I get confused when I communicate, so I want to find out the meaning and difference of "between" and "during," examples of correct and incorrect sentences using them, and the meaning of quotes.

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1. Between:
Meaning: "Between" indicates a relationship involving two distinct points, objects, or events. It emphasizes the separation or division between these two entities. 
Usage: It is typically used when referring to a specific time frame, choices, options, or comparison between two things. Examples:

A. The meeting is scheduled between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM. 

B. He couldn't decide between the blue and red shirts. 

C. The book is located between the first and second shelves. 

 

Incorrect:
1) The store is open between Monday.
Explanation: "Between" indicates a range or division between two points. To specify the full range, you need to mention the ending point as well, like "The store is open between Monday and Friday."

2) I enjoy hiking between the mountains.
Explanation: "Between" is used to indicate a division or choice between two entities. 

In this case, it would be more accurate to use "among" to indicate multiple options, as in "I enjoy hiking among the mountains."

2. During:
Meaning: "During" indicates a relationship involving a period of time within which an event takes place. It emphasizes the occurrence of an event within a particular time frame.
Usage: It is used when referring to an event that happens within a specific time period or throughout the duration of another event. 

Examples:
A. She took a nap during the afternoon.
B. The concert was held during the summer festival.
C. I had a lot of work to do during the weekend.

Incorrect:
1) The party is happening during 5 PM.
Explanation: "During" should be used to refer to a period of time or an event, not a specific point in time. 

Use "at" instead, as in "The party is happening at 5 PM."

2) She reads a book during relaxing.
Explanation: "During" should be followed by a specific event or time period, not an adjective. Use "while" instead, as in "She reads a book while relaxing."

I'd like to quote a famous saying and saying that uses "between," and "during." Read it out loud.

1. "Between speaking and doing, many pairs of shoes is worn out." - Italian proverb

The phrase “between saying and doing” means in the period of saying about it and doing it.
“Many a pair of shoes is worn out” is a metaphor, which means a lot of time has passed or been wasted.

Between speaking and doing, many pairs of shoes is worn out.

2. "It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light."  - Aristotle Onassis

Explanation: This quote emphasizes the need to maintain focus and seek positivity during times of adversity or difficulties. 

It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light.