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"Late" is an adjective which is often translated as "tarde", and "lately" is an adverb which is often translated as "últimamente". Learn more about the difference between "late" and "lately" below.
late(
leyt
)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
5. (deceased)
a. difunto
The late Mr. Johnson took good care of his garden.El difunto Sr. Johnson cuidaba muy bien de su jardín.
lately(
leyt
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li
)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
1. (general)
b. recientemente
Have you heard something about the robbery on the news lately?¿Has escuchado algo acerca del robo en las noticias recientemente?
