Definition and meaning of English word "almost"
almost
/ˈælməst/
Meaning
VerbVery close to, but not quite.
How to use
The word 'almost' is an adverb used to describe something that is nearly or very close to happening or being the case. Note that 'almost' can be used in a variety of contexts, including describing time, quantity, or degree. A common mistake is to confuse 'almost' with 'allmost', which is not a word in English.
🇬🇧 English
almost
Example
The hotel is almost full.
I'm almost there, just a few more minutes.
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Common phrases
- almost there— very close to achieving something
- almost done— very close to finishing something
- almost impossible— extremely difficult or unlikely
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Frequency rank: #450 in English
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What does the English word "almost" mean?▼
The English word "almost" means "almost" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "I'm almost finished with my homework." (which translates as "almost").
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