late (A1)
adjective, adverb
Pronunciation: /leɪt/
Definition
Happening or arriving after the expected or usual time.
Examples
Sorry I'm late, the bus was delayed.
The meeting started late because the CEO was stuck in traffic.
He always finishes his homework late at night.
How to Use late
- late for (prepositional phrase)
- Not on time for an event or appointment. — "Don't be late for your interview."
- late at night (collocation)
- During the later hours of the night. — "He works late at night to finish his projects."
- too late (collocation)
- Past the acceptable or desirable time. — "It is too late to catch the train."
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