genuinely
gb/d͡ʒˈɛnjuɪnli/ us/d͡ʒˈɛnjuɪnli/
B2
Engels
~ 6700
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adverb
B2
property
1
truly; in a sincere way
In a way that is real and honest, not fake or just for show.
Gebruikspatroon:
genuinely [adjective] / genuinely [feel/think/believe] that [clause]
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners often confuse "genuinely" with "generally" because they look similar. "Genuinely" means "in a real, honest way", while "generally" means "in most cases" or "usually". Another mistake is using "genuinely" where simple "really" is more natural in very casual speech; however, "genuinely" is fine and slightly more formal or precise.
Synoniemen
truly (Very close in meaning; slightly more common and neutral in all contexts.)
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really (More informal and very frequent; can sound less focused on honesty and more on emphasis.)
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sincerely (Often used about feelings or apologies; slightly more formal and emotional.)
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honestly (Adds a sense of personal truth-telling; can sound more subjective or conversational.)
Antoniemen
insincerely (Describes behavior or feelings that are not real or honest, only for appearance.)
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falsely (Focuses on something not being true or correct, often in a deliberate or deceptive way.)
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superficially (Suggests something only seems true on the surface, not in a deep or real way.)
Woordcombinaties
genuinely sorry
|genuinely interested
|genuinely grateful
|genuinely care
|genuinely believe
|genuinely happy
Thema's
emotions
|communication
|character
|core_vocabulary
Voorbeelden
- She was genuinely surprised by the news, not just pretending for the camera.
- I am genuinely grateful for all the help you gave me.
- He seems genuinely interested in understanding other people’s problems.
- They were genuinely happy to see each other again after so many years.
- If you genuinely believe this is wrong, you should say so.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- I am genuinely sorry that I hurt you.
- She looks genuinely happy in this photo.
- He is genuinely interested in learning English.
- They were genuinely afraid during the storm.
- I genuinely believe you can pass the exam.
Grammatica
Lemmavorm
genuinely
IPA
GB/d͡ʒˈɛnjuɪnli/
US/d͡ʒˈɛnjuɪnli/
Lettergrepen en klemtoon
genu - inely (2 lettergrepen)
Stress on 1st syllable (genu)
Woordvormen
Noun
- Base: genuinely
- Plural: genuinelies
Woordfamilie
Forms
genuinelies
noun
Core family
genuine
adjective B1
Related words
genuineness
noun
Negative and opposite forms
disingenuous
adjective
disingenuously
adverb
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