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UK//səʊ fɑː//US//soʊ fɑr//

Meaning of So far

Up until this point in time; at this stage.

In simple words: Up until now; until this point in time.

So far in a sentence

  • So far, we have completed half of the project.
  • The weather has been pleasant so far this week.
  • So far, I haven't seen any issues with the system.
  • So far, the students have performed well on the exams.
  • Everything is going smoothly so far, which is reassuring.

How to use So far

Commonly used in both spoken and written English. Suitable for conversations and informal settings, but can also be used in formal writings.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Remember 'so' as a way to connect thoughts and 'far' as a distance traveled.

Related words

Collocations with So far

Synonyms for So far

  • thus far
  • up to now
  • until now
  • as yet

Common mistakes with So far

  • Using it as 'sofar' instead of 'so far'.
  • Confusing 'so far' with 'until now' or 'up until now' without context.
  • Omitting the 'so' when using it at the beginning of a sentence.

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Frequently asked questions about So far

What does So far mean?

Up until now; until this point in time.

What is the definition of So far?

Up until this point in time; at this stage.

How do you use So far in a sentence?

So far, we have completed half of the project.

Can you give another example of So far?

The weather has been pleasant so far this week.

What are synonyms for So far?

Common alternatives include thus far, up to now, until now, as yet.

What words go with So far?

It commonly pairs with so far so good, so far behind, so far above, so far from.

What are common mistakes when using So far?

Using it as 'sofar' instead of 'so far'. Confusing 'so far' with 'until now' or 'up until now' without context. Omitting the 'so' when using it at the beginning of a sentence.

How do you pronounce So far?

US: //soʊ fɑr//, UK: //səʊ fɑː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use So far?

Commonly used in both spoken and written English. Suitable for conversations and informal settings, but can also be used in formal writings.