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Already
ˌɔlˈrɛdi
Extremely common
200 - 300
200 - 300
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Already -
Indicates that something has happened before a certain time or point in the past
Example: I have already finished my homework.
Usage: formal/informalContext: daily conversations, written communication
Note: Used to show completion of an action before a specified time.
Used to express surprise or disbelief that something has happened sooner than expected
Example: You're here already? I thought you were coming later.
Usage: informalContext: informal conversations, exclamatory statements
Note: Often used with a tone of surprise or disbelief.
Indicates that a situation is expected or should have happened by now
Example: The train should have arrived already.
Usage: formalContext: formal settings, written communication
Note: Emphasizes the expectation or delay of an event or action.
Already's synonyms
previously
Preceding in time or order; before now.
Example: I had already completed the task.
Note: It emphasizes that something was done before a specific point in time or event.
formerly
In the past; in an earlier period.
Example: She was already a doctor before she turned 30.
Note: It indicates something that was true or existed in the past.
heretofore
Up to this time; before now.
Example: The issue had already been resolved heretofore.
Note: It is a formal or literary term used to indicate something that has happened up to a particular point in time.
Already expressions, common phrases
All set
It means everything is ready or in order.
Example: I've finished preparing for the presentation, so we're all set to go.
Note: It implies readiness or completion rather than just something being done.
In the bag
It means something is certain or assured to happen.
Example: With only two minutes left, victory is in the bag for our team.
Note: It emphasizes certainty more strongly than 'already.'
No longer
It indicates a change in a previous state or condition.
Example: I am no longer interested in working for that company.
Note: It highlights the change in status or condition compared to something being done.
Been there, done that
It means having experienced or dealt with something before.
Example: I don't want to go back to that place; been there, done that.
Note: It conveys a sense of having experienced or completed something, similar to 'already,' but with a more casual tone.
Ahead of the game
It means being in a position of advantage or being prepared.
Example: By starting early, we were ahead of the game and finished the project before the deadline.
Note: It indicates being well-prepared or in a favorable position, similar to 'already,' but with a focus on being ahead rather than just done.
Over and done with
It means something is finished and no longer needs to be dealt with.
Example: The exams are finally over and done with, so we can relax now.
Note: It emphasizes completion and relief after finishing something, similar to 'already,' but with a sense of finality.
Past it
It means being too old or experienced for something.
Example: I used to enjoy that show, but now I feel like I'm past it.
Note: It suggests moving beyond or growing out of something, similar to 'already,' but with a focus on being past a certain stage.
Already everyday (slang) expressions
Already gone
Means that something has happened or been used up very quickly.
Example: Don't worry about it, the food is already gone.
Note: Adds a sense of suddenness or unexpectedness to the word "already."
Already on it
Indicates that someone is already taking action or working on a task.
Example: I heard the news and I'm already on it, trying to find more information.
Note: Emphasizes immediate action or initiative.
Already way
Conveys being beyond a certain point in time or progress.
Example: I told you I'd be there by 8, I'm already way past that time.
Note: Emphasizes being significantly past a specified point.
Already known
Indicates that information is not new or surprising.
Example: Yeah, I'm aware of it. That's already known.
Note: Emphasizes that the knowledge or fact is not recent or groundbreaking.
Already over it
Shows that one has moved past a situation or emotion.
Example: I don't want to think about it anymore. I'm already over it.
Note: Emphasizes a swift transition from being affected to being unaffected.
Already a thing
Refers to something that has become popular or widely accepted.
Example: You haven't heard? That style is already a thing.
Note: Emphasizes the trendiness or prevalence of a concept or idea.
Already happened
States that an event or action has taken place in the past.
Example: I don't need to remind you, that's already happened.
Note: Highlights the finality or non-reversible nature of the event.
Already - Examples
I have already eaten breakfast.
She had already left when I arrived.
We need to plan everything in advance.
Already grammar
Already - Adverb (Adverb) / Adverb (Adverb)
Lemma: already
Conjugations
Adverb (Adverb): already
Syllables, Separation and Stress
already Contains 2 syllables: al • ready
Phonetic transcription: ȯl-ˈre-dē
al ready , ȯl ˈre dē (The red syllable is stressed)
Already - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
already: 200 - 300 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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