warmly
gb/wˈɔɹmli/ us/wˈɔɹmli/
A2
English
~ 5100
kedvesen, barátságosan, szívélyesen, melegen, lelkesen
B1
1
Usage pattern:
to [verb] [someone] warmly
She smiled warmly at the shy child as he walked into the room.
Kedvesen rámosolygott a félénk kisfiúra, amikor az belépett a szobába.
Our neighbors greeted us warmly when we moved into the building.
A szomszédaink szívélyesen fogadtak minket, amikor beköltöztünk a házba.
The coach spoke warmly of her team after the final game.
He thanked the volunteers warmly for all their hard work.
Learner examples
The teacher smiles warmly at her students.
A tanár kedvesen mosolyog a diákjaira.
They welcomed us warmly at the party.
Szívélyesen fogadtak minket a partin.
My grandma always hugs me warmly.
He talks warmly about his family.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse "warmly" with "warm" when talking about personality. Use "She is warm" for personality and "She smiled warmly" for how she acts. Another mistake is using "warmly" where temperature is meant alone, as in "The room is warmly"; in this case, say "The room is warm."
Meaning
in a friendly, affectionate way
Collocations
smile warmly
|welcome warmly
|greet warmly
|thank [someone] warmly
|speak warmly of [someone]
|applaud warmly
Synonyms
cordially (More formal and polite; often used in written invitations or official communication rather than everyday speech.)
Antonyms
coldly (Describes behavior that is unfriendly and shows no warmth or affection.)
Themes
emotions
|relationships
|daily life
|communication
Definition
In a very friendly and kind way that shows you like or care about someone.
In a way that shows kindness, affection, and genuine friendliness.
A2
2
melegen
A2
Usage pattern:
to [verb] warmly
It will be very cold tonight, so make sure you dress warmly.
Ma este nagyon hideg lesz, ezért feltétlenül öltözz melegen.
The children were wrapped up warmly before going out into the snow.
A gyerekeket jó melegen bebugyolálták, mielőtt kimentek a hóba.
The cabin was warmly furnished and felt cozy even in winter.
Patients should be kept warmly covered after the operation.
Learner examples
You should dress warmly in winter.
Télen melegen kell öltözni.
The baby is sleeping, so we cover her warmly.
A baba alszik, ezért jó melegen betakarjuk.
He does not wear warmly and he feels cold.
The house is small but warmly decorated.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes say "wear warm" instead of "dress warmly". Use "dress warmly" for how you put on clothes, and "wear warm clothes" for the clothes themselves.
Meaning
so as to be warm (temperature)
Collocations
dress warmly
|wrap up warmly
|clothed warmly
|keep [someone] warmly dressed
|warmly heated
Synonyms
snugly (Focuses more on being comfortable and tightly covered, often with clothes or blankets.)
Antonyms
lightly (Used about clothing to mean wearing few or thin clothes, which may not keep you warm.)
Themes
weather
|daily life
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Definition
In a way that keeps your body or a place comfortably warm, not cold.
In a way that keeps a person or place comfortably warm in terms of temperature.
B2
3
Usage pattern:
to [verb] [something] warmly
The book was warmly received by critics around the world.
A kritikusok világszerte lelkesen fogadták a könyvet.
I can warmly recommend this course to anyone interested in design.
Melegen ajánlom ezt a kurzust mindenkinek, akit érdekel a formatervezés.
Her proposal was warmly supported by most members of the committee.
The audience applauded the speaker warmly at the end of his talk.
Learner examples
The teacher warmly recommends this website.
A tanár melegen ajánlja ezt a weboldalt.
Her idea was warmly accepted by the team.
Az ötletét lelkesen fogadta a csapat.
Fans warmly support the player after his injury.
The film was warmly praised in the newspaper.
Common mistake:
Learners may overuse "very" with "warmly" (e.g., "very warmly recommend"). In many cases, "warmly" already expresses a strong feeling, so "warmly recommend" is usually enough.
Meaning
with strong approval or enthusiasm
Collocations
warmly recommend
|warmly support
|warmly approve
|warmly applaud
|warmly praise
Synonyms
enthusiastically (Stresses excitement and energy; "warmly" can sound slightly softer and more emotional.)
Antonyms
coolly (Shows little or no enthusiasm or approval, often emotionally distant.)
Themes
opinions
|emotions
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definition
In a way that shows you strongly agree with or support something.
In a way that shows strong approval, praise, or support.
Grammar
Dictionary form
warmly
IPA
GB/wˈɔɹmli/
US/wˈɔɹmli/
Syllables & stress
warmly (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (warmly)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: warmly
- Plural: warmlies
Word family
Expressions
applaud warmly
1/əplˈɔd wˈɔɹmli/
fixed phrase
clap with strong approval
To clap your hands in a way that shows strong approval and positive feeling.
Examples
- The audience applauded warmly when the band came back on stage.
- Guests applauded the couple warmly after the speech.
dress warmly
1/dɹˈɛs wˈɔɹmli/
fixed phrase
wear clothes to stay warm
To wear thick or warm clothes so that you do not feel cold.
Examples
- It might snow later, so please dress warmly.
- Parents were told to make sure their children dressed warmly for the trip.
greet warmly
1/ɡɹˈit wˈɔɹmli/
fixed phrase
say hello in a friendly way
To meet someone and say hello to them in a very friendly way.
Examples
- The host greeted each guest warmly at the door.
- They greeted their teacher warmly after the long summer break.
smile warmly
1/smˈaɪl wˈɔɹmli/
fixed phrase
give a friendly, kind smile
To smile in a way that shows you are kind and happy to see someone.
Examples
- The nurse smiled warmly and told him not to worry.
- He smiled warmly at his old friend across the room.
speak warmly of
1/spˈik wˈɔɹmli əv/
fixed phrase
talk about with affection or praise
To say good and kind things about someone or something, showing that you like or respect them.
Examples
- She always speaks warmly of her former boss.
- The students spoke warmly of their experience abroad.
thank someone warmly
1/θˈæŋk sˈʌmwˌʌn wˈɔɹmli/
fixed phrase
express very friendly thanks
To say thank you in a very kind and sincere way.
Examples
- The director thanked the team warmly for their efforts.
- She thanked him warmly for the ride home.
warmly welcome
1/wˈɔɹmli wˈɛlkəm/
fixed phrase
receive someone in a very friendly way
To greet and receive someone in a very friendly and kind way that makes them feel happy and comfortable.
Examples
- New employees are warmly welcome at our company.
- Guests are always warmly welcome in their home.