absolutely
gb/ˌæbsəlˈutli/ us/ˌæbsəlˈutli/
A2
Englisch
~ 1700
Bedeutungen
0 Bedeutungen
adverb
A2
property
1
Completely; totally
Used to say something is 100% true or complete.
Verwendungsmuster:
absolutely [adjective]
Häufiger Fehler:
Learners sometimes use 'absolutely' with adjectives that don't express extreme qualities, which can sound unnatural (e.g., 'absolutely good' instead of 'absolutely fantastic').
Synonyme
completely (Neutral synonym; interchangeable in most contexts but less emphatic.)
|
totally (Very close in meaning, often slightly more informal.)
Antonyme
partially (Indicates only part of something is true, the opposite of fully or completely.)
Wortverbindungen
absolutely certain
|absolutely necessary
|absolutely true
|absolutely essential
|absolutely clear
Themen
daily life
|emphasis
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Beispiele
- I am absolutely sure this is the right address.
- This offer is absolutely free for all members.
- She was absolutely certain she had locked the door.
- The room was absolutely silent after the announcement.
- It is absolutely essential that you wear a helmet.
Beispiele für Lernende
- I am absolutely happy today.
- This story is absolutely true.
- He is absolutely right about the answer.
- It is absolutely safe to drink this water.
adverb
informal
A2
action
2
Strongly yes; definitely
Used to say 'yes' in a strong way.
Häufiger Fehler:
Learners sometimes confuse this use with the meaning of 'completely', leading to unclear responses.
Synonyme
definitely (Similar meaning but slightly less emphatic in tone.)
|
certainly (Politer and slightly more formal than 'absolutely'.)
Antonyme
no way (Informal emphatic refusal, opposite of strong agreement.)
Wortverbindungen
Absolutely not
|Absolutely yes
Themen
conversation
|agreement
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Beispiele
- 'Are you coming to the party?' 'Absolutely!'
- 'Do you think we should start now?' 'Absolutely.'
- 'Would you recommend this restaurant?' 'Absolutely!'
Beispiele für Lernende
- 'Do you like pizza?' 'Absolutely!'
- 'Can I borrow your pen?' 'Absolutely.'
- 'Should we go now?' 'Absolutely!'
adverb
B1
property
3
Without restriction or limitation
Without any limits or rules.
Synonyme
unconditionally (Formal equivalent, often used in legal or serious contexts.)
Antonyme
conditionally (Indicates something applies only under certain circumstances, opposite of unconditional.)
Wortverbindungen
absolutely free
|absolutely forbidden
Themen
rules
|freedom
|core_vocabulary
Beispiele
- The service is absolutely free of charge.
- Leaving the premises after dark is absolutely forbidden.
- The rights are absolutely guaranteed by law.
Beispiele für Lernende
- The meal is absolutely free.
- This area is absolutely safe.
- That action is absolutely not allowed.
Grammatik
Grundform
absolutely
IPA
GB/ˌæbsəlˈutli/
US/ˌæbsəlˈutli/
Silben & Betonung
ab - so - lutely (3 Silben)
Stress on 3rd syllable (lutely)
Wortformen
Noun
- Base: absolutely
- Plural: absolutelies
Wortfamilie
Forms
absolutelies
noun
Core family
absolute
adjective B2
Negative and opposite forms
relative
adjective A2
relatively
adverb B1
Advanced or less common
absoluteness
noun
absolutism
noun
absolutist
noun
Ausdrücke
absolutely necessary
1/ˌæbsəlˈutli nˈɛsɪsˌɛɹi/
fixed phrase
Completely required; essential
Needed very much; cannot be avoided.
Beispiele
- It is absolutely necessary to wear protective gear.
- A passport is absolutely necessary for international travel.
absolutely not
1/ˌæbsəlˈutli nˈɑt/
fixed phrase
Strongly refuse or disagree
Used to say 'no' in a strong way.
Beispiele
- 'Can I borrow your car?' 'Absolutely not!'
- 'Do you agree with this idea?' 'Absolutely not.'
absolutely sure
1/ˌæbsəlˈutli ʃˈʊɹ/
fixed phrase
Completely certain about something
Very sure; having no doubt.
Beispiele
- I am absolutely sure we locked the door.
- She is absolutely sure about her decision.