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so far


Meanings
  • adverb

    expressing the limit or extent of an action or other event up to the present


Pronunciation




  1. Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=79150834"

Synonyms

hitherto , thus far
Variants
List of all variants of so far that leads to same result
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Etymology
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Originally meant 'on foot' or 'on the far side'. The phrase 'so far' is used to indicate that an event or action has occurred up to the present without any interruption or change in direction.


Trivia
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  1. The phrase 'so far' first appeared in English in the late 15th century.

  2. In the game of golf, 'so far, so good' is a common expression used to indicate that a player has performed well up to a certain point in the game.


Related Concepts
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  1. progress: Refers to the forward movement towards a goal or the development of something over time. 'So far' indicates the current state or extent of this progress.

  2. journey: A trip or voyage from one place to another. 'So far' can be used to describe the distance covered or the current location in a journey.


Culture
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In literature, 'so far' is often used to describe the progress of a journey or the current state of affairs. In music, the phrase 'so far' is used in song titles and lyrics to express a sense of reflection or progress.

How to Memorize "so far"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a journey or a path. Visualize yourself traveling along this path, and at each step, say 'so far' to remind yourself of the progress you've made.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'so far' with the concept of progress or movement. Imagine a race, and picture yourself in the lead, saying 'so far, so good' as you approach the finish line.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic device by associating the word 'so far' with a visual image or a phrase that helps you remember its meaning.


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