past

/pæst/ adverb A2 Neutral

Time

Meaning

Later than a particular time.

💡 "Past" is used to indicate a time that is later than a specific point.

Example Sentences

I walked past the store on my way home .

The clock shows ten past three in the afternoon .

Word in Context

I woke up early . It was ten past six and I left the house . I walked to the station and bought a coffee . The train came and I got on and went to work .

Common Phrases

past noon past the park

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