closely
gb/klˈoʊsli/ us/klˈoʊsli/
A2
Inglés
~ 1800
szorosan, közel, alaposan, figyelmesen, szinte teljesen, majdnem
A2
1
Patrón de uso:
[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.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
I work closely with my boss.
Szorosan együtt dolgozom a főnökömmel.
We live closely together.
Egymáshoz közel lakunk.
The two ideas are closely related.
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse 'closely' with 'close' when describing actions. 'Closely' is the adverb form used to describe how something is done.
Significado
Near in space or relationship
Colocaciones
work closely
|closely connected
|closely related
|closely linked
Sinónimos
nearby (Focuses on physical closeness rather than relational closeness.)
|
intimately (Suggests extreme closeness, often emotional or personal.)
Antónimos
distantly (Indicates being far away physically or in relationship.)
Temas
relationships
|work
|daily life
|space
Definición
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
Patrón de uso:
[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.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
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.
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes use 'close' instead of 'closely' when describing how someone looks or listens.
Significado
Carefully and with attention to detail
Colocaciones
look closely
|examine closely
|study closely
|watch closely
Sinónimos
carefully (General term for doing something with care and attention.)
|
attentively (Emphasizes focused mental attention.)
Antónimos
carelessly (Indicates doing something without care or attention.)
Temas
observation
|analysis
|daily life
|core_vocabulary
Definición
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
Patrón de uso:
[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.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
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.
Error frecuente:
Learners may confuse 'closely' with 'close' when describing similarity; 'closely' is needed for adverbial use.
Significado
Almost exactly or nearly
Colocaciones
closely resembles
|closely matches
|closely mirrors
Sinónimos
nearly (Indicates almost but not entirely, without emphasis on similarity.)
|
approximately (More formal, used for numerical or factual closeness.)
Antónimos
differently (Indicates being unlike or not similar.)
Temas
comparison
|description
|core_vocabulary
Definición
Almost the same as something else.
Almost but not completely; nearly matching or resembling.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
closely
AFI
GB/klˈoʊsli/
US/klˈoʊsli/
Sílabas y acento
closely (1 sílaba)
Stress on 1st syllable (closely)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: closely
- Plural: closelies
Familia de palabras
Expresiones
follow closely
1/fˈɑloʊ klˈoʊsli/
fixed phrase
Move behind with little distance between
To go after someone or something without much space between you.
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos
- Watch closely as I show you how to do it.
- The magician told the audience to watch closely.