"Almost" 的短语是 "nearly" 或 "practically".
"Nearly" 源自中世纪的英语，意思是"几乎"或"差不多". 例如：
The project is nearly complete. (这个项目几乎完成了)
I nearly forgot about our meeting. (我差点忘记了我们的会议)
"Practically" 来自拉丁语，意思是"实际上"或"几乎". 例如：
It's practically impossible to find a parking spot downtown. (在市中心找停车位几乎是不可能的)
They're practically inseparable. (他们几乎不可分开)