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UK//dʒʌst ˈəʊvə θriː jɪəz//US//dʒʌst ˈoʊvər θri jɪrz//

Meaning of Just over three years

A time period slightly exceeding three years.

In simple words: A little more than three years

Just over three years in a sentence

  • I have lived here for just over three years now.
  • The project took just over three years to complete.
  • He has been working at the company for just over three years.
  • It's been just over three years since we first met.

How to use Just over three years

Used to indicate a period longer than three years but less than four. Common in spoken and written English when giving approximate durations.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of a clock ticking just past the three-year mark.

Related words

Collocations with Just over three years

  • just over a month
  • just over a year
  • just over a decade

Synonyms for Just over three years

  • slightly more than three years
  • a little over three years
  • just above three years

Common mistakes with Just over three years

  • Using 'more than three years' instead of 'just over three years'.
  • 'Just over three years' can be confused with 'almost four years'.
  • Omitting 'just' can make it sound less specific.

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Frequently asked questions about Just over three years

What does Just over three years mean?

A little more than three years

What is the definition of Just over three years?

A time period slightly exceeding three years.

How do you use Just over three years in a sentence?

I have lived here for just over three years now.

Can you give another example of Just over three years?

The project took just over three years to complete.

What are synonyms for Just over three years?

Common alternatives include slightly more than three years, a little over three years, just above three years.

What words go with Just over three years?

It commonly pairs with just over a month, just over a year, just over a decade.

What are common mistakes when using Just over three years?

Using 'more than three years' instead of 'just over three years'. 'Just over three years' can be confused with 'almost four years'. Omitting 'just' can make it sound less specific.

How do you pronounce Just over three years?

US: //dʒʌst ˈoʊvər θri jɪrz//, UK: //dʒʌst ˈəʊvə θriː jɪəz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Just over three years?

Used to indicate a period longer than three years but less than four. Common in spoken and written English when giving approximate durations.