namely
gb/nˈeɪmli/ us/nˈeɪmli/
B2
Engelsk
~ 8500
Betydninger
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adverb
formal
B2
relation
1
used to introduce specific details
Used to say the exact things you mean after a general sentence.
Brugsmønster:
[general statement], namely [specific details]
Typisk fejl:
Learners often confuse "namely" with "for example". "Namely" usually introduces a complete and exact list or precise information, while "for example" introduces one or more examples from a larger group. Another common mistake is starting a new sentence with "Namely"; it is normally used after a comma in the same sentence as the general statement.
Synonymer
specifically (Very close in meaning; a bit more common in both spoken and written English and slightly less formal.)
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in particular (Often used similarly, but can sound a bit more conversational and is not always used with such precise, list-like detail.)
Antonymer
generally speaking (Signals a broad, not detailed statement, which contrasts with the precise detail introduced by "namely".)
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roughly (Introduces an approximate idea, the opposite of the precise, exact details given by "namely".)
Ordforbindelser
namely that
|namely the following
|three things, namely
|the problem, namely
|namely the fact that
Temaer
writing
|communication
|academic
|business
|education
|core_vocabulary
Eksempler
- Three countries, namely Spain, Italy, and Greece, were hit hardest by the heatwave.
- The company faces two main challenges, namely rising costs and falling demand.
- We need to address the most urgent issue, namely the shortage of medical staff.
- The study focused on three age groups, namely children, adults, and seniors.
- She has only one aim, namely to finish the project on time.
Læringseksempler
- Our class has two tests, namely a midterm and a final exam.
- He speaks three languages, namely English, French, and German.
- The team has one big problem, namely a lack of money.
- We visited two cities, namely London and Paris.
- The report looks at one topic, namely climate change.
adverb
formal
C1
relation
2
used to restate more clearly
Used to say the same idea again but in clearer or more exact words.
Brugsmønster:
[statement], namely [clearer explanation]
Typisk fejl:
Learners sometimes use "namely" where "because" or "so" would be more natural. "Namely" does not show cause or result; it only explains the previous idea in a clearer or more exact way. Another mistake is putting "namely" at the start of a paragraph as a topic opener; it should connect directly to the previous clause.
Synonymer
that is to say (Very close in meaning but slightly more wordy and old-fashioned; often used in similar formal explanations.)
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in other words (Also restates an idea more clearly but can sound more conversational than "namely".)
Antonymer
ambiguously (Means in an unclear way, which contrasts with the clarifying function of "namely".)
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vaguely (Means without clear detail, the opposite of the precise clarification given by "namely".)
Ordforbindelser
namely that
|namely the fact that
|namely in that
|namely this
|the solution, namely that
Temaer
communication
|writing
|academic
|education
|core_vocabulary
Eksempler
- The decision was based on one key concern, namely that the data could not be trusted.
- The policy targets the most vulnerable group, namely those without stable housing.
- Her argument relies on a false assumption, namely that all online information is reliable.
- The real issue, namely the lack of long-term planning, was never discussed.
- The solution is simple, namely that we must reduce our overall energy use.
Læringseksempler
- The doctor had one worry, namely that the medicine might be too strong.
- He made a big mistake, namely that he did not check his work.
- They had the same goal, namely to help poor families.
- The main point, namely that we must save money, was clear.
- We agreed on one thing, namely that the rules were not fair.
Grammatik
Opslagsform
namely
IPA
GB/nˈeɪmli/
US/nˈeɪmli/
Stavelser og tryk
namely (1 stavelse)
Stress on 1st syllable (namely)
Ordformer
Noun
- Base: namely
- Plural: namelies
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