naturally
gb/nˈæt͡ʃɚəli/ us/nˈæt͡ʃɚəli/
A2
English
~ 2200
természetes módon, általában, jellemzően, természetszerűen, természetes úton, természetesen, könnyedén, ösztönösen, értelemszerűen, ezért, érthető módon, hogyne, persze
A2
1
Usage pattern:
[someone/something] naturally [verb/adjective]
Ice naturally melts when the temperature rises above zero.
A jég természetszerűen megolvad, ha a hőmérséklet nulla fok fölé emelkedik.
As the conversation went on, we naturally started talking about our families.
Ahogy folytatódott a beszélgetés, természetes módon a családjainkról kezdtünk beszélgetni.
Children naturally learn their first language without formal teaching.
The two chemicals will naturally react if mixed.
Learner examples
Babies naturally cry when they are hungry.
A kisbabák természetes módon sírnak, amikor éhesek.
Water naturally flows downhill.
A víz természetszerűen lefelé folyik.
He naturally smiled when he saw his friend.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'naturally' with 'of course' when expressing agreement; while related, 'naturally' here means 'in a normal way'.
Meaning
In a normal or expected way
Collocations
naturally occur
|naturally develop
|naturally follow
|naturally lead to
Synonyms
normally (Very close in meaning but slightly more formal and less emotive.)
|
typically (Emphasizes common patterns rather than inevitability.)
Antonyms
unnaturally (Indicates something happens in a strange or artificial way.)
Themes
daily life
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
In the way that is usual or what you would expect.
In a way that is usual, normal, or to be expected.
B1
2
Usage pattern:
[something] naturally [verb]
These tomatoes were grown naturally without pesticides.
Ezeket a paradicsomokat természetes módon, növényvédő szerek nélkül termesztették.
Diamonds can form naturally deep underground.
A gyémántok természetes úton keletkezhetnek mélyen a föld alatt.
Her hair is naturally curly.
Learner examples
This fruit is naturally sweet.
Ez a gyümölcs természeténél fogva édes.
Oil comes naturally from the ground.
A kőolaj természetes módon a földből származik.
Her hair grows naturally in that shape.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'naturally' here with 'normally'; this sense focuses on the absence of artificial methods.
Meaning
Without artificial help
Collocations
naturally grown
|naturally occurring minerals
|naturally sweet
Synonyms
organically (Often used for food; implies no synthetic chemicals.)
Antonyms
artificially (Describes something made or caused by people rather than by nature.)
Themes
science
|daily life
|nature
|food_drink
|health
Definition
Without using any special help or chemicals; by itself.
Without artificial aid, chemicals, or human intervention.
B1
3
Usage pattern:
[someone] naturally [verb]
She sings so beautifully and naturally.
Olyan szépen és természetesen énekel.
He moved naturally on stage, as if he had been acting for years.
Természetesen mozgott a színpadon, mintha évek óta színészkedne.
Try to speak naturally during the interview.
Learner examples
He draws very naturally.
Nagyon könnyedén rajzol.
She dances naturally without thinking about it.
Gondolkodás nélkül, ösztönösen táncol.
I want to talk naturally with my new friends.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes overuse 'naturally' here to mean 'well'; it specifically means 'without effort'.
Meaning
Without effort or training
Collocations
naturally talented
|speak naturally
|act naturally
Synonyms
effortlessly (Focuses on ease of action rather than origin in talent.)
Antonyms
awkwardly (Describes doing something in an uncomfortable or unnatural way.)
Themes
emotions
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Easily and without trying, because of talent or instinct.
In a way that appears easy and not forced, as if it comes from talent or instinct.
B1
4
Usage pattern:
[something], naturally, [result]
He forgot her birthday, and naturally she was upset.
Elfelejtette a születésnapját, ő pedig érthető módon feldúlt volt.
If you eat too much sugar, naturally you will gain weight.
Ha túl sok cukrot eszel, értelemszerűen hízni fogsz.
They trained hard, so naturally they won the match.
Learner examples
It rained, so naturally the ground was wet.
Esett az eső, így természetesen nedves volt a talaj.
She studied hard. Naturally, she passed the test.
Keményen tanult. Így természetesen átment a vizsgán.
He was late. Naturally, she was angry.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse this with 'of course' as agreement; here it refers to cause and effect.
Meaning
As a logical result
Collocations
and naturally
|would naturally lead to
Synonyms
inevitably (Stronger emphasis on impossibility of avoiding the outcome.)
Antonyms
unexpectedly (Indicates the result was not predicted or logical.)
Themes
communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Because it is the logical result of something else.
As a result that could be logically expected from what has been mentioned.
B2
5
Usage pattern:
Naturally, [statement]
'Will you keep this secret?' 'Naturally.'
'Megőrzöd ezt a titkot?' 'Természetesen.'
'You’ll be careful?' 'Naturally.'
'Óvatos leszel?' 'Természetesen.'
Naturally, we all wanted to help.
Learner examples
'Will you come?' 'Naturally.'
'Eljössz?' 'Persze.'
Naturally, I said yes to the invitation.
Természetesen igent mondtam a meghívásra.
'Can you help me?' 'Naturally.'
Meaning
Polite agreement or understanding
Synonyms
of course ('Of course' is more common and slightly less formal.)
Themes
communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A polite way to say you understand or agree that something is obvious.
Used to politely show that something is understood or accepted as obvious.
Grammar
Dictionary form
naturally
IPA
GB/nˈæt͡ʃɚəli/
US/nˈæt͡ʃɚəli/
Syllables & stress
nat - ur - ally (3 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (nat)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: naturally
- Plural: naturallies
Word family
Forms
naturallies
noun
Related words
naturalness
noun B2
naturalist
noun
Negative and opposite forms
unnatural
adjective B1
unnaturally
adverb
Advanced or less common
naturalize
verb
naturalization
noun B2
Expressions
act naturally
1/ˈækt nˈæt͡ʃɚəli/
fixed phrase
Behave in a normal relaxed way
To behave in your usual way without trying to impress or pretend.
Examples
- When the camera starts rolling, just act naturally.
- He told me to act naturally around her even though I was nervous.
come naturally (to someone)
1/kˈʌm nˈæt͡ʃɚəli tə sˈʌmwˌʌn/
fixed phrase
Be easy without effort or training
To be easy for someone to do without needing to learn much.
Examples
- Cooking seems to come naturally to her.
- Speaking in public doesn't come naturally to everyone.
go naturally with [something]
1/ɡˈoʊ nˈæt͡ʃɚəli wˈɪθ sˈʌmθɪŋ/
fixed phrase
Match well without forcing or planning
To look good or work well together without trying.
Examples
- This color goes naturally with wooden furniture.
- Her calm nature goes naturally with teaching young children.