alreadie

Adverb

already (not comparable)

1. Prior to some specified time, either past, present, or future; by this time; previously.
   • I was surprised that she hadn’t already told me the news.
2. So soon.
   • Are you quitting already?
3. (Canada, US) An intensifier used to emphasize impatience or express exasperation.
   • I wish they'd finish already, so we can get going.
4. (Singapore, Singlish) Indicates the completion of an action (whether past or hypothetical), or more generally, perfective aspect.
   • You frame the picture for me already anot?

   Synonyms:

   liao

5. (Singapore, Singlish) Marks a change in state, more or less in the same manner as the inchoative aspect.
   • I don’t think he can take it already.

   Synonyms:

   liao