closely
gb/klˈoʊsli/ us/klˈoʊsli/
A2
English
~ 1800
szorosan, közel, alaposan, figyelmesen, szinte teljesen, majdnem
A2
1
Usage pattern:
[someone] works closely with [someone]
The two companies work closely to develop new technology.
A két vállalat szorosan együttműködik egy új technológia kifejlesztésén.
She stayed closely by her friend's side during the trip.
Az út során végig szorosan a barátja mellett maradt.
These two issues are closely linked.
Learner examples
I work closely with my boss.
Szorosan együtt dolgozom a főnökömmel.
We live closely together.
Egymáshoz közel lakunk.
The two ideas are closely related.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'closely' with 'close' when describing actions. 'Closely' is the adverb form used to describe how something is done.
Meaning
Near in space or relationship
Collocations
work closely
|closely connected
|closely related
|closely linked
Synonyms
nearby (Focuses on physical closeness rather than relational closeness.)
|
intimately (Suggests extreme closeness, often emotional or personal.)
Antonyms
distantly (Indicates being far away physically or in relationship.)
Themes
relationships
|work
|daily life
|space
Definition
In a way that is very near to someone or something, or with a strong connection.
In a way that shows little distance in space or a strong connection between people or things.
A2
2
alaposan
B1
figyelmesen
B1
Usage pattern:
[someone] looks closely at [something]
The teacher looked closely at the student's work.
A tanár alaposan átnézte a diák munkáját.
Scientists are studying the data closely.
A tudósok alaposan tanulmányozzák az adatokat.
She listened closely to every word he said.
Learner examples
I look closely at the picture.
Alaposan megnézem a képet.
He listens closely to the music.
Figyelmesen hallgatja a zenét.
They watch the game closely.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use 'close' instead of 'closely' when describing how someone looks or listens.
Meaning
Carefully and with attention to detail
Collocations
look closely
|examine closely
|study closely
|watch closely
Synonyms
carefully (General term for doing something with care and attention.)
|
attentively (Emphasizes focused mental attention.)
Antonyms
carelessly (Indicates doing something without care or attention.)
Themes
observation
|analysis
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
In a careful way, paying attention to small details.
In a way that involves careful observation, examination, or attention to detail.
B1
3
majdnem
A2
Usage pattern:
[something] closely resembles [something else]
The copy closely resembles the original painting.
A másolat szinte teljesen megegyezik az eredeti festménnyel.
Their stories match closely.
A történeteik szinte teljesen megegyeznek.
The new law is closely modeled on the previous one.
Learner examples
This car closely looks like my old car.
Ez az autó majdnem ugyanolyan, mint a régi autóm.
The dress closely matches her shoes.
A ruha szinte tökéletesen illik a cipőjéhez.
His plan closely follows the old plan.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'closely' with 'close' when describing similarity; 'closely' is needed for adverbial use.
Meaning
Almost exactly or nearly
Collocations
closely resembles
|closely matches
|closely mirrors
Synonyms
nearly (Indicates almost but not entirely, without emphasis on similarity.)
|
approximately (More formal, used for numerical or factual closeness.)
Antonyms
differently (Indicates being unlike or not similar.)
Themes
comparison
|description
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Almost the same as something else.
Almost but not completely; nearly matching or resembling.
Grammar
Dictionary form
closely
IPA
GB/klˈoʊsli/
US/klˈoʊsli/
Syllables & stress
closely (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (closely)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: closely
- Plural: closelies
Word family
Expressions
follow closely
1/fˈɑloʊ klˈoʊsli/
fixed phrase
Move behind with little distance between
To go after someone or something without much space between you.
Examples
- The car followed closely behind the bus.
- She followed closely as they walked through the forest.
pay closely attention to
1/pˈeɪ klˈoʊsli ətˈɛnʃən tə/
fixed phrase
Focus mental effort carefully on something
To think carefully about something and notice details.
Examples
- You should pay closely attention to the instructions.
- He paid closely attention to her words.
watch closely
1/wˈɔt͡ʃ klˈoʊsli/
fixed phrase
Observe carefully and attentively
To look at something carefully and pay attention to it.
Examples
- Watch closely as I show you how to do it.
- The magician told the audience to watch closely.