Since
Exemple : He has lived here since last year
Definition
"Since" is a versatile preposition used to indicate a point in time from which an action or event started and continues up to the present or another specified time. For example, in 'He has lived here since last year,' it marks the beginning of living here.
Étymologie
The word "since" originates from Old English 'siththan,' meaning 'after that' or 'from then on.' Over time, it evolved to its current form and use, serving as a useful time marker in English sentences. Did you know? Its roots connect to the concept of following or coming after something in time.
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"Since" figure dans la liste Vocaplus "Anglais - Général - (A1) - partie 4", qui contient 104 mots fréquemment utilisés.
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