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[ ˈprɛz(ə)ntli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in the current moment

at the present time; now

Synonyms

at the moment, currently, now.

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Word Description / Examples
presently

Used in formal writing or speech to indicate something happening soon or in the near future, as well as to indicate the current moment.

  • The manager will presently join the meeting
  • Presently, the results are being analyzed
currently

Used to indicate something happening at the present time, often in formal writing or reports.

  • The company is currently hiring new employees
  • Currently, we are working on the project
now

Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to stress the immediacy of an action or situation.

  • Please do it now
  • I need your help now
at the moment

Used in everyday conversation to emphasize the current time or situation.

  • I'm busy at the moment
  • The shop is closed at the moment

Examples of usage

  • She is presently studying for her exams.
  • The meeting is presently taking place in the conference room.
Context #2 | Adverb

coming soon or in the near future

in a little while; soon

Synonyms

before long, shortly, soon.

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Word Description / Examples
presently

Used to describe something that is happening right now or will happen in the immediate future. It is often used in formal or literary contexts.

  • The manager will be with you presently.
  • Presently, the situation seems to be under control.
shortly

Implies something will happen soon, but within a short amount of time. It's commonly used in both formal and informal contexts.

  • The CEO will address the company shortly.
  • Our flight will depart shortly.
soon

A general term indicating that something will happen in the near future. It is widely used in both formal and informal situations.

  • I'll see you soon.
  • They should arrive soon.
before long

Conveys an event that will occur in the near future but not immediately. This phrase tends to have a casual tone.

  • They should be here before long.
  • Before long, we will know the results of the test.

Examples of usage

  • The train will be arriving presently.
  • I will be with you presently.

Translations

Translations of the word "presently" in other languages:

🇵🇹 atualmente

🇮🇳 वर्तमान में

🇩🇪 derzeit

🇮🇩 saat ini

🇺🇦 наразі

🇵🇱 obecnie

🇯🇵 現在

🇫🇷 actuellement

🇪🇸 actualmente

🇹🇷 şu anda

🇰🇷 현재

🇸🇦 حاليا

🇨🇿 nyní

🇸🇰 v súčasnosti

🇨🇳 目前

🇸🇮 trenutno

🇮🇸 núna

🇰🇿 қазіргі уақытта

🇬🇪 ამჟამად

🇦🇿 hal-hazırda

🇲🇽 actualmente

Etymology

The word 'presently' originated from the Middle English word 'presently', which means 'immediately, at the present time'. It is derived from the Old French word 'presentement', and ultimately from the Latin word 'praesentem', meaning 'being present'. Over time, the usage of 'presently' has evolved to include meanings related to both the current moment and the near future.

See also: presence, present, presentable, presentation, presentations, presented, presenter, presenting, presents.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,800, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.