nicely
gb/nˈaɪsli/ us/nˈaɪsli/
A2
Inglés
~ 7500
Acepciones
0 acepciones
adverb
A2
property
1
in a kind or polite way
In a kind and polite way, especially when you talk to or treat someone.
Patrón de uso:
to [verb] [someone] nicely
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes use *nicely* instead of *nice* before a noun, saying *a nicely person* instead of *a nice person*. Remember: *nice* is used before nouns, and *nicely* is used to describe how an action is done (a verb).
Sinónimos
politely (Focuses more on being correct and respectful in social rules, not always warm or friendly.)
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kindly (Sounds slightly more formal and emphasizes gentleness and care rather than general pleasantness.)
Antónimos
rudely (Describes speaking or acting in a way that is not polite or respectful, the opposite of behaving nicely.)
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harshly (Emphasizes an unfriendly, hard, or unkind way of speaking or acting.)
Colocaciones
ask nicely
|treat [someone] nicely
|speak nicely
|play nicely
|behave nicely
Temas
daily life
|communication
|social behavior
|relationships
Ejemplos
- If you ask nicely, they might let you leave early.
- Please speak nicely to your sister and stop shouting at her.
- The children agreed to share their toys after the teacher asked them nicely.
- He always treats the staff nicely, even when he is busy.
- They didn’t invite him because he never plays nicely with the other kids.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- She talks nicely to her grandparents.
- If you ask nicely, I can help you.
- The boy did not play nicely with his friends.
- Please treat the new student nicely.
- He always speaks nicely to customers.
adverb
B1
property
2
in a good or successful way
In a good way that gives a good result or works well.
Patrón de uso:
to [verb] nicely
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes overuse *nicely* in formal writing where *well* or *successfully* sound more natural. In academic or business texts, prefer *well*, *smoothly*, or *successfully* instead of *nicely*.
Sinónimos
well (A very general word for doing something in a good way; *nicely* can sound a bit more friendly or pleased.)
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smoothly (Focuses on something happening without problems; *nicely* is broader and simply means the result is good.)
Antónimos
badly (Describes an action or result that is poor in quality or unsuccessful, the opposite of doing something nicely.)
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poorly (Emphasizes low quality or weak performance instead of a good result.)
Colocaciones
come along nicely
|work nicely
|go nicely
|cook nicely
|turned out nicely
Temas
evaluation
|work
|daily life
|daily_life
Ejemplos
- The project is coming along nicely and should finish on time.
- Her new job seems to be going nicely so far.
- The cake baked nicely, with a light and fluffy texture.
- Everything worked out nicely in the end despite the early problems.
- The two teams are cooperating nicely on the joint report.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The meeting went nicely today.
- The sauce cooked nicely on a low heat.
- His plan worked nicely for everyone.
- The painting is coming along nicely.
- The machine runs nicely after the repair.
unknown
B1
property
3
exactly or suitably, often neatly
Exactly or in a way that is just right, for example in size, shape, or amount.
Patrón de uso:
[something] fits [something] nicely
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse this use with a general positive meaning and say sentences like *The food fits nicely* when they mean *The food tastes nice*. Use this sense mostly for size, shape, numbers, or things matching each other.
Sinónimos
perfectly (Stronger and more absolute; *nicely* suggests it is suitably right, not always completely perfect.)
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neatly (Emphasizes order and tidiness; *nicely* is broader and includes being suitable or comfortable.)
Antónimos
awkwardly (Describes something that does not fit or sit in a comfortable or suitable way.)
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poorly (Shows that two things do not match or fit together in a good or suitable way.)
Colocaciones
fits nicely
|goes nicely with
|sits nicely
|line up nicely
|do nicely
Temas
measurement
|evaluation
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- The new sofa fits nicely in the corner of the living room.
- That figure rounds up nicely to an even hundred.
- This jacket sits nicely on your shoulders.
- Fifty dollars would do nicely for the train fare.
- The colors on this page line up nicely with our brand style.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The shoes fit you nicely.
- The table fits nicely by the window.
- This number goes nicely into ten groups.
- Your tie goes nicely with your shirt.
- Twenty minutes will do nicely for a short break.
adverb
B2
property
4
to a fairly good degree
Quite or fairly, but not very, often used before adjectives to show a good level of something.
Patrón de uso:
nicely [past participle/adjective]
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes say *very nicely cooked* when *perfectly cooked* or *really well cooked* would sound more natural in some contexts. Also, avoid using *nicely* before nouns (say *a nice dress*, not *a nicely dress*).
Sinónimos
quite (A general degree adverb; *nicely* adds a feeling of pleasantness or approval.)
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fairly (More neutral; *nicely* suggests the speaker is pleased with the result.)
Antónimos
badly (Shows that something is done in a poor way instead of to a pleasant degree.)
Colocaciones
nicely cooked
|nicely dressed
|nicely decorated
|nicely balanced
|nicely warmed
Temas
evaluation
|description
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- The steak was nicely cooked, pink in the middle.
- She arrived nicely dressed for the formal dinner.
- The room is nicely decorated with plants and soft lights.
- By the evening, the house was nicely warmed by the sun.
- The report is nicely balanced between data and explanation.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The chicken was nicely cooked.
- He is always nicely dressed for work.
- The garden is nicely clean now.
- The soup is nicely warm, not too hot.
- The picture is nicely clear on this screen.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
nicely
AFI
GB/nˈaɪsli/
US/nˈaɪsli/
Sílabas y acento
nicely (1 sílaba)
Stress on 1st syllable (nicely)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: nicely
- Plural: nicelies
Familia de palabras
Forms
nicelies
noun
Core family
nice
adjective A1
Related words
niceness
noun
Advanced or less common
nicety
noun
Expresiones
ask nicely
1/ˈæsk nˈaɪsli/
fixed phrase
request something politely and kindly
To ask for something in a polite and kind way, often to increase the chance of getting it.
Ejemplos
- If you ask nicely, your parents might let you stay up later.
- He only agreed to help after she asked him nicely.
- She told the children to ask nicely instead of shouting.
come out nicely
1/kˈʌm ˈaʊt nˈaɪsli/
fixed phrase
turn out in a pleasing way
To have a good or pleasing result, for example a photo, a cake, or some work you did.
Ejemplos
- The photos came out nicely despite the low light.
- I hope the cake comes out nicely this time.
- The print on that T-shirt came out nicely after washing.
fit nicely with
1/fˈɪt nˈaɪsli wˈɪθ/
fixed phrase
match or combine well with
To go well with something else in style, size, idea, or purpose.
Ejemplos
- Her ideas fit nicely with the company’s long-term plans.
- The new chairs fit nicely with the rest of the furniture.
- This chapter fits nicely with what we studied last week.
play nicely
1/plˈeɪ nˈaɪsli/
fixed phrase
play in a kind, non-rough way
To play with other people without fighting, shouting, or being unkind, especially said to children.
Ejemplos
- Remember to share your toys and play nicely with your cousins.
- The teacher asked the kids to play nicely on the playground.
- They don’t always play nicely when they are tired.
that will do nicely
1/ðˈæt wˈɪl dˈu nˈaɪsli/
fixed phrase
that is enough or suitable
Used to say that something is good enough or suitable for what you need.
Ejemplos
- "Is twenty euros enough?" – "Yes, that will do nicely."
- If you could print two copies, that will do nicely.
- A small room like this will do nicely for the meeting.
treat [someone] nicely
1/tɹˈit sˈʌmwˌʌn nˈaɪsli/
fixed phrase
behave kindly toward someone
To be kind and polite to someone, and not be rude or unkind to them.
Ejemplos
- Please treat the new employee nicely on her first day.
- He treats everyone nicely, no matter who they are.
- They did not treat her nicely during the meeting.
work out nicely
1/wˈɚk ˈaʊt nˈaɪsli/
fixed phrase
end or develop in a good way
To finish or develop in a good way, often better than you expected.
Ejemplos
- In the end, the travel plans worked out nicely for everyone.
- Her schedule worked out nicely so she could attend both events.
- Everything worked out nicely despite the delay.