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早已
zǎo yǐ
already
他早已准备好行李了。
He has already packed his luggage.
general
Indicates that something has happened or been done before the current moment or a specified time.
她早已知道这个消息。
She already knew this news.
早已过去的事就别再提了。
Don't mention things that have already passed.
Often used to emphasize that an action or state has been completed or existed for some time.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Usage Tip
'早已' is often used to emphasize that an action or state has been completed or existed for some time. It can be interchangeable with '已经' in many contexts.
Gold Rule
Emphasis Rule
'早已' emphasizes the completion or existence of an action or state before the current moment.
Word Origin
Combination of 早 (early) and 已 (already), emphasizing that something has been completed or existed for some time.
Usage Notes
Often used to emphasize the completion or existence of an action or state before the current moment. Can be interchangeable with '已经' in many contexts.
Word Breakdown
早
early
root已
already
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