Words / A1

URL-ee/ˈɜːli/

Early means before the usual or expected time. Opposite: late. You can be early for class, or it can be early in the morning. “Early” is about time position, not about speed (that is fast).

Meaning

Before the usual or expected time.

Examples

• “She is always early for class.”
• “I woke up early.”
• “She is early for the meeting.”

Good to know

early vs late. early in the morning.

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