so far

Meaning

This expression means 'until now' or 'up to this point.' It is commonly used with the present perfect tense to describe progress or situations that might change in the future. It is highly versatile and fits both casual and professional settings.

Examples

• We haven't had any issues with the new software so far.

  We haven't had any issues with the new software so far.

• So far, the weather has been absolutely perfect for our camping trip.

  So far, the weather has been absolutely perfect for our camping trip.

• I've only read the first three chapters so far, but I love it.

  I've only read the first three chapters so far, but I love it.

• How is your new job going so far?

  How is your new job going so far?

• Everything is going according to plan so far.

  Everything is going according to plan so far.

Common Mistakes

• ✗ I lived here for three years so far.

  ✓ I've lived here for three years so far.

  Because 'so far' connects the past to the present moment, it usually requires the present perfect tense rather than the simple past.

• ✗ Until so far, we have received ten applications.

  ✓ So far, we have received ten applications.

  Do not place 'until' before 'so far.' The expression 'so far' already contains the meaning of 'until now.'

Related Expressions

Practice

• We've only sold ten tickets ___, but we hope to sell more tomorrow.

  💡 until now

  Show answer

  so far

• How do you like your new apartment ___?

  💡 up to this point

  Show answer

  so far