lately
Translation
lately, recently
Examples
Have you seen any good films lately?
Have you seen any good movies lately?
I haven't been sleeping well lately.
I haven't been sleeping well lately.
Grammar Patterns
lately, ((sentence)) recently Lately, I've been feeling tired.
((sentence)) lately at the end of a sentence I haven't seen him lately.
Similar Words
Synonyms: recently, of late
Etymology
From 'late' + the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'. It originally meant 'tardily' but the meaning shifted to 'recently'.
Memory Tips
Connect 'lately' with the 'latest' news. It's about what has been happening in the most recent time.