During vs. While The main difference between these two words | State English

During vs. While

The main difference between these two words is that during is followed by a noun, but while is ussually followed by a subject and a verb.

Examples

"I don't always take notes during class."
"They all took notes while the professor gave the lecture."
"What did you discuss during dinner tonight?"
"My friend made dessert while I cooked dinner."