Later Meaning in English
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 will call you later today.
basic
She said she would finish the work later.
basic
We can meet later if you want.
basic
I’ll text you later, I have something to do now.
natural
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