later
/ˈleɪtə/ · /ˈleɪtər/
CEFR level A1Topic Daily lifeWord #202 in the learning path
后来；稍后
Definitions
adv. at a time after now or another mentioned time
后来；稍后
adj. happening or existing after another time or stage
较晚的；后期的
Example
I'll wash the dishes later, after we finish eating.
等我们吃完饭，我稍后再洗碗。
Children who develop strong reading habits often achieve better academic results later in life.
养成良好阅读习惯的孩子，往往在日后的学习中取得更好的成绩。
Collocations
- see you later
- later on
- later in life
- at a later stage
Word family
- late (adj.)
- late (adv.)
- lateness (n.)
Synonyms
- afterwards
Antonyms
- earlier
Usage tip
later表示稍后；latter表示两者中的后者。
FAQ
- What does later mean?
- at a time after now or another mentioned time happening or existing after another time or stage
- How is later pronounced?
- UK /ˈleɪtə/, US /ˈleɪtər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
