past

/pæst/ preposition A1 Neutral

Places Time

Meaning

After a certain time or point.

💡 Used to show a position or time.

Example Sentences

The clock is five minutes past three .

The clock is past three o'clock now .

Word in Context

Tom walks to the bus stop . The bus leaves at ten past eight . He buys a hot drink and sits on a seat . He gets on the bus and pays the driver .

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