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early

Pronunciation: [/ˈɜːli/]

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early: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use early in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “time”

(adverb) when something happens or is done before the expected or usual time. If you wake up before your alarm goes off, you are up early.

Example

She arrived to the meeting early, giving herself time to prepare.

Example

He left late so he missed the early bus.

Example

Did you finish your homework early today?

Context: “time”

(adjective) referring to a time or period before the usual or expected time. If you have to leave for school before 8 am, it's considered early in the morning.

Example

They were early for the movie, so they got the best seats.

Example

She missed the early screening because she arrived late.

Example

Is it too early to call Grandma this morning?

How to pronounce early

Pronunciation: [/ˈɜːli/]

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