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How to pronounce “earlier”
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Pronunciation guide for earlier
- Learning goal
- Practice the English pronunciation of earlier with real speech in context.
- Available examples
- 8 YouTube examples
- Real speech example
- The Science of Mindfulness
There may be an earlier common ancestor.
- Definition summary
- comparative form of early: more early
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How to pronounce earlier
The Science of Mindfulness

There may be an earlier common ancestor.
Example Sentences
A Deep Dive Into “earlier”
Meaning
- [Adjective]
- comparative form of early: more early
- occurring previously
- [Adverb]
- comparative form of early: more early
- previously; before now; sooner
Practice Nearby Words
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Similar Sounds
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