CEFR A2

already

adverb

Meaning

Before or at this time; by this time.

Examples

She has already finished her homework.
Are you already leaving?

Synonyms: before, earlier, previously, formerly

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already (A2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ɔːlˈrɛdi/

Definition

Before or at this time; by this time.

Examples

She has already finished her homework.
Are you already leaving?
We had already eaten when they arrived.

How to Use already

already + past participle (collocation): Indicates an action was completed before a specific time. — "They have already arrived."
already + present tense verb (collocation): Indicates a surprising or unexpected present state. — "He is already tired."
already + past tense verb (collocation): Indicates an action was completed before another past action or time. — "She already left when I called."

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