early
/ˈɜːli/ · /ˈɝːli/
CEFR level A1Topic Daily lifeWord #401 in the learning path
早期的；较早的
Definitions
adj. Near the beginning of a period or before the usual time
早期的；较早的
adv. Before the expected time or near the beginning
提前；在早期
Example
We caught an early train and arrived before breakfast.
我们赶上了一班早车，在早餐前就到了。
Early investment in childhood education can reduce inequality and improve employment prospects later in life.
及早投资幼儿教育可以减少不平等，并改善孩子成年后的就业前景。
Collocations
- early childhood
- early stages
- arrive early
- early detection
Word family
- earlier (adv.)
- earliest (adj.)
Antonyms
- late
Usage tip
early兼作形容词和副词，不加-ly。
FAQ
- What does early mean?
- Near the beginning of a period or before the usual time Before the expected time or near the beginning
- How is early pronounced?
- UK /ˈɜːli/, US /ˈɝːli/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
