later
word
/ˈɫeɪtɝ/
LAY-ter
/lˈeɪtɐ/
LAY-tuh
Definition
At a time in the future; after the present time or after something else.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used as an adverb of time. Often appears in casual speech and writing. Can be used to suggest postponing an action or meeting: 'Talk later.' Be careful not to confuse with 'latter' (the second of two).
Spanish: más tarde - luegoPortuguese (BR): mais tarde - depoisPortuguese (PT): mais tarde - depoisChinese (Simplified): 以后 - 稍后Chinese (Traditional): 以後 - 稍後Hindi: बाद मेंArabic: لاحقًا - فيما بعدBengali: পরেRussian: позжеJapanese: 後で - 後ほどVietnamese: sau - lát nữaKorean: 나중에Turkish: sonra - daha sonraUrdu: بعد میںIndonesian: nanti - kemudian
Example Sentences
I’ll text you later, I have something to do now.
natural
I will call you later today.
basic
She said she would finish the work later.
basic
We can meet later if you want.
basic
Don’t forget to call me later when you arrive.
natural
We had our lunch, but I’m still hungry later in the afternoon.
natural