absolutely
gb/ˌæbsəlˈutli/ us/ˌæbsəlˈutli/
A2
אנגלית
~ 1700
משמעויות
0 משמעויות
adverb
A2
property
1
Completely; totally
Used to say something is 100% true or complete.
תבנית שימוש:
absolutely [adjective]
טעות נפוצה:
Learners sometimes use 'absolutely' with adjectives that don't express extreme qualities, which can sound unnatural (e.g., 'absolutely good' instead of 'absolutely fantastic').
מילים נרדפות
completely (Neutral synonym; interchangeable in most contexts but less emphatic.)
|
totally (Very close in meaning, often slightly more informal.)
הפכים
partially (Indicates only part of something is true, the opposite of fully or completely.)
צירופים
absolutely certain
|absolutely necessary
|absolutely true
|absolutely essential
|absolutely clear
נושאים
daily life
|emphasis
|communication
|core_vocabulary
דוגמאות
- I am absolutely sure this is the right address.
- This offer is absolutely free for all members.
- She was absolutely certain she had locked the door.
- The room was absolutely silent after the announcement.
- It is absolutely essential that you wear a helmet.
דוגמאות ללומדים
- I am absolutely happy today.
- This story is absolutely true.
- He is absolutely right about the answer.
- It is absolutely safe to drink this water.
adverb
informal
A2
action
2
Strongly yes; definitely
Used to say 'yes' in a strong way.
טעות נפוצה:
Learners sometimes confuse this use with the meaning of 'completely', leading to unclear responses.
מילים נרדפות
definitely (Similar meaning but slightly less emphatic in tone.)
|
certainly (Politer and slightly more formal than 'absolutely'.)
הפכים
no way (Informal emphatic refusal, opposite of strong agreement.)
צירופים
Absolutely not
|Absolutely yes
נושאים
conversation
|agreement
|communication
|core_vocabulary
דוגמאות
- 'Are you coming to the party?' 'Absolutely!'
- 'Do you think we should start now?' 'Absolutely.'
- 'Would you recommend this restaurant?' 'Absolutely!'
דוגמאות ללומדים
- 'Do you like pizza?' 'Absolutely!'
- 'Can I borrow your pen?' 'Absolutely.'
- 'Should we go now?' 'Absolutely!'
adverb
B1
property
3
Without restriction or limitation
Without any limits or rules.
מילים נרדפות
unconditionally (Formal equivalent, often used in legal or serious contexts.)
הפכים
conditionally (Indicates something applies only under certain circumstances, opposite of unconditional.)
צירופים
absolutely free
|absolutely forbidden
נושאים
rules
|freedom
|core_vocabulary
דוגמאות
- The service is absolutely free of charge.
- Leaving the premises after dark is absolutely forbidden.
- The rights are absolutely guaranteed by law.
דוגמאות ללומדים
- The meal is absolutely free.
- This area is absolutely safe.
- That action is absolutely not allowed.
דקדוק
צורת המילון
absolutely
IPA
GB/ˌæbsəlˈutli/
US/ˌæbsəlˈutli/
הברות והטעמה
ab - so - lutely (3 הברות)
Stress on 3rd syllable (lutely)
צורות המילה
Noun
- Base: absolutely
- Plural: absolutelies
משפחת מילים
Forms
absolutelies
noun
Core family
absolute
adjective B2
Negative and opposite forms
relative
adjective A2
relatively
adverb B1
Advanced or less common
absoluteness
noun
absolutism
noun
absolutist
noun
ביטויים
absolutely necessary
1/ˌæbsəlˈutli nˈɛsɪsˌɛɹi/
fixed phrase
Completely required; essential
Needed very much; cannot be avoided.
דוגמאות
- It is absolutely necessary to wear protective gear.
- A passport is absolutely necessary for international travel.
absolutely not
1/ˌæbsəlˈutli nˈɑt/
fixed phrase
Strongly refuse or disagree
Used to say 'no' in a strong way.
דוגמאות
- 'Can I borrow your car?' 'Absolutely not!'
- 'Do you agree with this idea?' 'Absolutely not.'
absolutely sure
1/ˌæbsəlˈutli ʃˈʊɹ/
fixed phrase
Completely certain about something
Very sure; having no doubt.
דוגמאות
- I am absolutely sure we locked the door.
- She is absolutely sure about her decision.