Bereits Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Bereits" is used as adverb with the meaning of "already", "previously" or "before".

Essential properties of "bereits"

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Meanings of "bereits" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Already, previously"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich habe bereits gegessen.I have already eaten.
  2. Der Film hat bereits begonnen.The movie has already started.
  3. Wir sind bereits fertig mit der Arbeit.We are already finished with the work.

2.) "At this moment, right now"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er ist bereits auf dem Weg.He is already on his way.
  2. Das Konzert hat bereits angefangen.The concert has already begun.
  3. Wir sind bereits am Ziel.We are already at the destination.

3.) "So soon, so early"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Bist du bereits wach?Are you awake already?
  2. Warum gehst du bereits nach Hause?Why are you going home so early?
  3. Das Geschäft schließt bereits um 18 Uhr.The store closes as early as 6 PM.
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