Early: meaning, definitions and examples
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early
[ ˈərli ]
time
happening or done before the usual or expected time
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She was an early riser, always awake before the sun.
- The early bird catches the worm.
- We arrived early to avoid the crowds.
- The meeting was scheduled for early afternoon.
- He made an early decision to pursue his passion.
time
before the usual or expected time
Synonyms
ahead of time, in advance, prematurely
Examples of usage
- She arrived early for the interview.
- He finished his work early and went home.
- The store opens early on weekends.
Translations
Translations of the word "early" in other languages:
🇵🇹 cedo
🇮🇳 जल्दी
🇩🇪 früh
🇮🇩 awal
🇺🇦 рано
🇵🇱 wcześnie
🇯🇵 早い (hayai)
🇫🇷 tôt
🇪🇸 temprano
🇹🇷 erken
🇰🇷 일찍 (iljjik)
🇸🇦 مبكر (mubakkir)
🇨🇿 brzy
🇸🇰 skoro
🇨🇳 早 (zǎo)
🇸🇮 zgodaj
🇮🇸 snemma
🇰🇿 ерте
🇬🇪 ადრეული (adreuli)
🇦🇿 tezdən
🇲🇽 temprano
Word origin
The word 'early' has roots in Old English 'ærlīce', which means 'early, soon'. It has been used in the English language for centuries to describe things that happen before the expected or usual time. The concept of being early has always been valued in various cultures and societies, emphasizing the importance of punctuality and preparedness. Over time, 'early' has become a common word in everyday language, reflecting the significance of time and timeliness in human activities.