Recently - translation, pronunciation and examples
recently
not long ago
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When to use recently
Я недавно прочитал очень интересную статью.
Ты недавно видел Марию?
recently usage examples
Я недавно прочитал очень интересную статью.
I recently read a very interesting article.
Similar words
General neutral adverb meaning 'not long ago'.
Often used for recent ongoing states or repeated actions (lately = 'in the recent period').
Refers to the recent period or recent trends rather than a single event; more formal/abstract.
Informal phrase indicating something happened a short time ago; conversational tone.
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recently belongs to the topic "Adverbs of Frequency". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
recently synonyms
What's the difference between recently / lately / in recent times / a little while ago
General neutral adverb meaning 'not long ago'.
I recently started a new job.
Я недавно начал новую работу.
Often used for recent ongoing states or repeated actions (lately = 'in the recent period').
I've been very busy lately.
В последнее время я очень занят.
Refers to the recent period or recent trends rather than a single event; more formal/abstract.
In recent times, technology has advanced rapidly.
В последние времена технологии быстро развивались.
Informal phrase indicating something happened a short time ago; conversational tone.
A little while ago, the phone rang.
Немного времени назад зазвонил телефон.
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How to pronounce recently and what this word means
recently translation: недавно. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce recently
/ˈriːs(ə)ntli/
recently translation
недавно
recently examples
I recently read a very interesting article.
recently transcription
/ˈriːs(ə)ntli/, /ˈrisəntli/
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recently meaning: what does it mean?
not long ago
recently pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
recently is pronounced as /ˈriːs(ə)ntli/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
recently definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
I recently read a very interesting article. Translation: Я недавно прочитал очень интересную статью.
Is recently part of Adverbs of Frequency vocabulary?
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