presently — In a short time; soon. Can also mean at the present time or currently.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In a short time; soon. Can also mean at the present time or currently.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈprezəntli/
Example Sentences
- The pizza will be ready presently, so stop asking every five minutes!
- He is presently the CEO of three companies and somehow still finds time to sleep.
- The meeting will commence presently.
presently
ADVERB[/ˈprezəntli/]
In a short time; soon. Can also mean at the present time or currently.
In a short time; soon. Can also mean at the present time or currently.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle French 'present' meaning 'at hand' or 'immediate,' combined with the English adverb suffix '-ly.' Originally meant 'immediately' but evolved to mean 'soon' or 'currently.'
Breakdown
present (being at hand, immediate) + -ly (adverb suffix meaning 'in a manner')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The pizza will be ready presently, so stop asking every five minutes!”
“He is presently the CEO of three companies and somehow still finds time to sleep.”
“The meeting will commence presently.”
“She is presently studying for her master's degree.”
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