B2 adverb خنثی

previously

/ˈpriː.vi.əs.li/

Refers to an action, event, or state that occurred at an earlier time or before the current situation being discussed. It is frequently used to establish a sequence of events or to reference information already provided.

مثال‌ها

3 از 5
1

I had previously visited the city, so I knew my way around the center.

I had visited the city at an earlier time, so I was familiar with the layout.

2

The candidate has previously served as the Chief Executive Officer of a major firm.

The applicant held the position of CEO at an earlier date.

3

Like I said previously, I don't think we should go out tonight.

As I mentioned before, I am not in favor of going out tonight.

خانواده کلمه

قید
previously
صفت
previous
مرتبط
precedence
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راهنمای حفظ

Remember the prefix 'pre-', which means 'before' (like a 'pre-view' you watch before a movie).

آزمون سریع

The artifacts were _______ thought to be from the 15th century, but new evidence suggests they are older.

درسته!

پاسخ صحیح این است: previously

مثال‌ها

1

I had previously visited the city, so I knew my way around the center.

everyday

I had visited the city at an earlier time, so I was familiar with the layout.

2

The candidate has previously served as the Chief Executive Officer of a major firm.

formal

The applicant held the position of CEO at an earlier date.

3

Like I said previously, I don't think we should go out tonight.

informal

As I mentioned before, I am not in favor of going out tonight.

4

As previously discussed in Chapter 2, the methodology relies on qualitative data.

academic

As stated earlier in the second chapter, the research method uses qualitative information.

5

The budget was previously approved by the financial committee last month.

business

The financial committee gave their consent to the budget at an earlier meeting.

خانواده کلمه

قید
previously
صفت
previous
مرتبط
precedence

ترکیب‌های رایج

previously mentioned spoken about or written about at an earlier time
previously unseen not seen before the current moment
previously known information that was already understood before
previously stated written or spoken earlier in a text or conversation
previously agreed decided upon at an earlier date

عبارات رایج

as previously stated

repeating a point that was made earlier

previously on...

a summary of events from earlier episodes of a television show

never previously encountered

something that has never happened or been seen before now

اغلب اشتباه گرفته می‌شود با

previously vs formerly

'Formerly' often describes a change in status, name, or identity (e.g., 'formerly known as'), while 'previously' is a general marker for any past time.

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نکات کاربردی

The word is often placed between the auxiliary verb and the main verb (e.g., 'has previously worked'). It is more formal than the word 'before'.

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اشتباهات رایج

Learners often place 'previously' at the very end of a sentence like 'before', but in formal English, it is more naturally placed in the mid-position of the sentence.

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راهنمای حفظ

Remember the prefix 'pre-', which means 'before' (like a 'pre-view' you watch before a movie).

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ریشه کلمه

Derived from the Latin 'praevius', from 'prae' (before) and 'via' (way).

الگوهای دستوری

Used frequently with the Past Perfect tense (had + previously + past participle). Can function as a sentence connector at the beginning of a sentence followed by a comma.
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بافت فرهنگی

In Western media, 'Previously on...' is a standard linguistic marker used at the start of serialized TV dramas to recap the plot.

آزمون سریع

The artifacts were _______ thought to be from the 15th century, but new evidence suggests they are older.

درسته!

پاسخ صحیح این است: previously

لغات مرتبط

buckram

B2

To stiffen a fabric using a coarse cloth called buckram, or metaphorically, to provide a rigid, formal, or artificial structure to something. It describes the process of making an object or an idea appear more solid and less flexible than it naturally is.

buckskin

B2

Describes items made from the soft, yellowish-tan leather of a male deer or sheep, or refers to the specific pale yellowish-brown color of this leather. It is frequently used in the context of historical clothing, outdoor gear, and horse coat colors.

buckteeth

B2

Upper front teeth that protrude significantly outward over the lower lip, often due to jaw alignment or dental conditions. This physical trait is commonly associated with specific facial structures and is frequently addressed through orthodontic treatment.

buddha

B2

Used as a modifier to describe something that possesses qualities of enlightenment, supreme peace, or detached wisdom. It often refers to a state of being calm and unbothered by external chaos or emotional distress.

buddhism

B2

Buddhism is a major world religion and philosophical system founded in India over 2,500 years ago by Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha. It focuses on personal spiritual development, the attainment of deep insight into the true nature of life, and the elimination of suffering through the path to enlightenment.

buddhist

B2

A Buddhist is a person who follows the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, known as the Buddha. The term also functions as an adjective to describe things, practices, or art related to the religion and philosophy of Buddhism.

buddy

B2

To pair or partner someone with another person, typically to provide support, guidance, or safety in a professional or educational environment. As a verb, it often implies a formal or semi-formal arrangement where a more experienced person assists a newcomer.

budge

B2

To move slightly or to change a decision, opinion, or position. It is most frequently used in negative constructions to indicate that someone is being stubborn or that an object is physically stuck.

budgerigar

B2

A small, long-tailed, seed-eating parrot that is native to Australia and often kept as a pet. It is typically green and yellow with black markings in the wild, though domestic varieties come in many colors.

budgetary

B2

Relating to or concerned with a plan for spending money or a budget. It is frequently used to describe financial limits, allocations, or the process of managing available funds within an organization or government.

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