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adverb

déjà

already

Ce mot sert à dire qu’une chose s’est produite avant le moment présent.

The word "déjà" in French means "already." It is an adverb used to indicate that something has happened before the current moment or sooner than expected.

Examples:

  • "J'ai déjà mangé." = "I have already eaten."
  • "Tu es déjà prêt?" = "Are you already ready?"

Synonyms and differences:

  • "Déjà" vs. "encore":

    • "Déjà" means "already," indicating that something has happened previously.
    • "Encore" means "still" or "again," indicating continuation or repetition.

  • "Déjà" vs. "tantôt":

    • "Tantôt" is more regional and means "earlier" or "soon" depending on the context; it's less common in standard French.

Overall, "déjà" is a common and important adverb to express that something is done or has occurred prior to now.

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Examples

As-tu déjà visité ce musée ?adverb

Have you already visited this museum?

Tu as déjà lu ce livre.adverb

You have already read this book.

Tu as déjà mangé le gâteau.adverb

You have already eaten the cake.

Marie est déjà à la maison.adverb

Marie is already at home.

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