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How is the word autrefois translated from French to English

Dans le passé, mais plus maintenant.

In the past, but not now.

adverb
English translation
formerly

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  • La rue s'appelait autrefois Market Lane. — The street was formerly called Market Lane.

  • Elle a autrefois travaillé comme infirmière. — She formerly worked as a nurse.

  • Autrefois, le bâtiment abritait une petite bibliothèque. — Formerly, the building housed a small library.

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FAQ about “autrefois”

How is “autrefois” translated from French?
“autrefois” translates into English as “formerly”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “autrefois” mean?
Meaning of “autrefois”: Dans le passé, mais plus maintenant. In English — “formerly”.
What part of speech is “autrefois”?
“autrefois” is an adverb.
Where can I see examples with “autrefois”?
Example sentences with “autrefois” and their English translation are on this page, with more in the VibeLing app.
How can I memorize “autrefois”?
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