American English

How to pronounce presently

adverbB2Common word
PʰREHzntlee

/ˈpʰɹɛ.zn̩t̚.li/

3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

now; at this time

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Meanings & examples

adverbformal

now; at this time

The company presently operates in three states.

The office is presently closed.

Good to know

In everyday speech, currently or right now often sounds more natural.

Common phrases & grammar

presently available · presently closed · presently in use

subject + presently + verb

subject + be + presently + adjective

adverbformalless common

soon; after a short time

The doctor will see you presently.

The meeting will begin presently.

Good to know

Presently can also mean “now,” so the time context matters.

Common phrases & grammar

see you presently

subject + will + verb + presently

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