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Quietly

ˈkwaɪətli
Very common
~ 2100
~ 2100
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

静かに (shizukani), ひそかに (hisokani), 静かにして (shizukani shite)

Quietly meanings in Japanese

静かに (shizukani)

Example:
Please speak quietly in the library.
図書館では静かに話してください。
She quietly left the room without anyone noticing.
彼女は誰にも気づかれずに静かに部屋を出ました。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to describe actions that are done in a silent or low-volume manner, often in settings where noise should be minimized.
Note: This is the most common translation and can be used in both everyday conversation and more formal situations.

ひそかに (hisokani)

Example:
He quietly planned his surprise party.
彼はひそかにサプライズパーティーを計画しました。
She quietly observed the situation.
彼女はひそかに状況を観察していました。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to convey actions done in secret or without drawing attention, often related to planning or observation.
Note: This term emphasizes the secrecy of the action, which may not be as prominent in the first meaning.

静かにして (shizukani shite)

Example:
Can you please be quiet?
静かにしてもらえますか?
We need to keep quiet during the movie.
映画の間は静かにしなければなりません。
Usage: informalContext: Often used in casual conversations to request silence or lower volume.
Note: This phrase is commonly used in everyday situations, especially among friends or family.

Quietly's synonyms

silently

Silently means without making any sound or noise.
Example: She tiptoed silently across the room so as not to wake anyone.
Note: Silently emphasizes the absence of sound, while quietly can also refer to the absence of disturbance or commotion.

peacefully

Peacefully means in a calm and tranquil manner.
Example: The baby slept peacefully in her crib, undisturbed by the noise outside.
Note: Peacefully implies a sense of calmness and serenity, while quietly focuses more on the absence of noise.

calmly

Calmly means in a composed and relaxed manner.
Example: She sat calmly in the garden, enjoying the peaceful surroundings.
Note: Calmly suggests a sense of tranquility and composure, while quietly focuses on the absence of noise or disturbance.

Quietly expressions, common phrases

Keep it down

This phrase is used to ask someone to be quieter or reduce noise.
Example: Could you keep it down? I'm trying to concentrate.
Note: It implies a more direct request for quietness compared to just saying 'quietly.'

Hush

This is a command to be quiet or make less noise.
Example: Hush now, the baby is sleeping.
Note: It is a stronger and more abrupt way of telling someone to be quiet than simply saying 'quietly.'

Softly

This means to speak or act quietly and gently.
Example: She spoke softly so as not to wake the others.
Note: It emphasizes a gentle and delicate manner of being quiet.

In a hushed tone

To speak quietly in a secretive or confidential manner.
Example: He spoke in a hushed tone so as not to be overheard.
Note: It implies speaking quietly with an added sense of secrecy or confidentiality.

Muted

Refers to something that is softened or toned down, often in terms of sound or color.
Example: The colors of the painting were muted, creating a calming effect.
Note: It can refer to a subtle or subdued form of quietness, not necessarily related to loudness.

In whispers

To speak very quietly, almost inaudibly.
Example: They spoke in whispers to avoid being overheard by others.
Note: It suggests speaking at an extremely low volume, almost like a secret conversation.

Quiet as a mouse

Extremely quiet or silent, like the sound a mouse makes.
Example: She crept into the room as quiet as a mouse.
Note: It emphasizes the level of quietness by comparing it to the near-silent movements of a mouse.

Quietly everyday (slang) expressions

On the down-low

This slang term is often used to mean discreetly or secretly, without drawing attention.
Example: Let's keep this on the down-low and not attract any attention.
Note: While

Quietly - Examples

She whispered quietly.
The snow fell quietly outside.
He left the room quietly.

Quietly grammar

Quietly - Adverb (Adverb) / Adverb (Adverb)
Lemma: quietly
Conjugations
Adverb (Adverb): quietly
Syllables, Separation and Stress
quietly Contains 1 syllables: quiet
Phonetic transcription:
quiet , (The red syllable is stressed)

Quietly - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
quietly: ~ 2100 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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