English · Numbers & Time
lately
/ˈleɪtli/
[/ˈleɪtli/]
recently; in the near past
Beginneradverb
Definition
Lately means in the recent past or not long ago.
Example
Have you seen any good films lately?
Have you seen any good films lately?
Etymology
From 'late', from Old English 'læt', plus '-ly'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to ask or talk about the recent past.