Meaning of the word yesterday in English

What does yesterday mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

yesterday

US /ˈjes.tɚ.deɪ/

UK /ˈjes.tə.deɪ/

on the day before today

Example:

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I saw her yesterday at the market.

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The meeting was scheduled for yesterday but was postponed.

Antonym:

tomorrow today

the day before today

Example:

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Yesterday was a very busy day for me.

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I'm still tired from yesterday's work.

Antonym:

tomorrow today