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UK//lɛft ˈɜːli//US//lɛft ˈɜrli//

Meaning of Left early

To depart from a place before the expected time.

In simple words: To go away from a place before the usual or expected time.

Left early in a sentence

  • She left early to beat the traffic.
  • He usually leaves early from work on Fridays.
  • They left early and missed the ending of the show.
  • I left early to catch my train.
  • After the meeting, she left early to prepare for her presentation.

How to use Left early

Use 'left early' in casual conversations or reports about schedules. Avoid in formal writing where precise timing is critical.

Grammar pattern

leave + adverb

Memory hint

Think of someone leaving a party early to avoid traffic.

Related words

Collocations with Left early

  • left early for
  • left early from
  • could have left early
  • might have left early

Synonyms for Left early

  • departed early
  • left prematurely
  • exited early
  • took off early

Common mistakes with Left early

  • Saying 'lefts early' instead of 'left early'.
  • Confusing with 'came early' which has a different meaning.
  • Using incorrect tense like 'lefted early' instead of 'left early'.

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Frequently asked questions about Left early

What does Left early mean?

To go away from a place before the usual or expected time.

What is the definition of Left early?

To depart from a place before the expected time.

How do you use Left early in a sentence?

She left early to beat the traffic.

Can you give another example of Left early?

He usually leaves early from work on Fridays.

What are synonyms for Left early?

Common alternatives include departed early, left prematurely, exited early, took off early.

What words go with Left early?

It commonly pairs with left early for, left early from, could have left early, might have left early.

What are common mistakes when using Left early?

Saying 'lefts early' instead of 'left early'. Confusing with 'came early' which has a different meaning. Using incorrect tense like 'lefted early' instead of 'left early'.

How do you pronounce Left early?

US: //lɛft ˈɜrli//, UK: //lɛft ˈɜːli//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Left early?

Use 'left early' in casual conversations or reports about schedules. Avoid in formal writing where precise timing is critical.