expressly
gb/ɪkspɹˈɛsli/ us/ɪkspɹˈɛsli/
B2
Inglês
~ 6600
kifejezetten, egyértelműen, kimondottan
C1
FORMAL
1
kifejezetten
B2
egyértelműen
B1
Padrão de uso:
to expressly [verb] that [clause]
The contract expressly states that employees must give one month’s notice.
A szerződés kifejezetten kimondja, hogy a munkavállalóknak egy hónapos felmondási idővel kell felmondaniuk.
He was expressly told not to share the confidential report.
Kifejezetten megmondták neki, hogy ne ossza meg a bizalmas jelentést.
The judge noted that the law does not expressly mention social media in this context.
Our refund policy is expressly explained on the website.
The instructions expressly say to keep the device away from water.
Exemplos para aprendentes
The rules expressly say you cannot smoke here.
A szabályok kifejezetten kimondják, hogy itt nem szabad dohányozni.
My boss expressly told me to finish the report today.
A főnököm kifejezetten megmondta, hogy ma fejezzem be a jelentést.
The email expressly said that the meeting starts at 9 a.m.
The teacher expressly warns students not to cheat on the test.
The sign expressly says, “Do not enter.”
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes confuse "expressly" with "especially". "Expressly" means something is clearly or officially said in words (similar to "explicitly"), while "especially" means "in particular" or "more than usual". For example, "The law expressly forbids this" (clearly states) vs. "I especially like this song" (like it more than others).
Significado
clearly and directly stated
Colocações
expressly state
|expressly say
|expressly provide
|expressly forbid
|expressly mention
|expressly declare
Sinónimos
explicitly (Very close in meaning; slightly more common in both everyday and formal use.)
Antónimos
implicitly (Describes something that is suggested or understood without being directly stated.)
Temas
communication
|law
|work
|core_vocabulary
Definição
in a very clear and direct way, using exact words so there is no doubt
In a way that is clearly, directly, and explicitly stated in speech or writing, leaving little or no room for doubt.
B2
2
kifejezetten
B2
kimondottan
B2
Padrão de uso:
expressly for [someone/something]
This app was created expressly for beginners who want to learn English.
Ezt az alkalmazást kifejezetten olyan kezdőknek készítették, akik angolul szeretnének tanulni.
She came expressly to see you and was disappointed you were out.
Kifejezetten azért jött, hogy téged lásson, és csalódott volt, hogy nem voltál itthon.
The clinic runs a program expressly for teenagers with anxiety.
We ordered chairs that were designed expressly for outdoor use.
The event is not expressly for students, but they are welcome to attend.
Exemplos para aprendentes
I bought this gift expressly for you.
Ezt az ajándékot kifejezetten neked vettem.
This room is expressly for guests.
Ez a szoba kifejezetten vendégeknek van fenntartva.
The course is made expressly for new employees.
They built a new road expressly for the factory.
He traveled to London expressly to meet his new boss.
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes use "especially" instead of "expressly" in formal writing. "Especially" is fine in everyday speech, but in written instructions, product descriptions, or official texts, "expressly" or "specifically" often sounds more natural and precise. Also, do not say *"expressly to you"* when you mean "directly to you"; use "expressly for you" for the idea of special purpose.
Significado
specifically for a purpose
Colocações
expressly for children
|expressly for you
|expressly for use in
|designed expressly for
|built expressly for
Sinónimos
specifically (Very close in meaning and register; slightly more common in everyday speech.)
Antónimos
generally (Describes something intended for most people or purposes, not for a particular one.)
Temas
daily life
|products
|travel
|core_vocabulary
Definição
specifically for a certain person, group, or use
For a particular person, group, or purpose; specifically or specially intended.
Gramática
Forma de dicionário
expressly
IPA
GB/ɪkspɹˈɛsli/
US/ɪkspɹˈɛsli/
Sílabas e acento
ex - pressly (2 sílabas)
Stress on 2nd syllable (pressly)
Formas da palavra
Noun
- Base: expressly
- Plural: expresslies
Família de palavras
Forms
expresslies
noun
Core family
Related words
expressively
adverb
expressiveness
noun
Negative and opposite forms
inexpressive
adjective
expressionless
adjective
inexpressible
adjective
Advanced or less common
expressible
adjective
expressionism
noun
expressionist
noun
Expressões
expressly designed
2/ɪkspɹˈɛsli dɪzˈaɪnd/
fixed phrase
designed for a specific purpose
used to say that something was planned and made for one clear use or group of users
Exemplos
- These shoes are expressly designed for long-distance running.
- The course is expressly designed to help people change careers.
expressly for
1/ɪkspɹˈɛsli fɚ/
fixed phrase
specifically for someone or something
used to say that something is made, done, or given for one special person, group, or purpose and not for others
Exemplos
- This software was written expressly for small businesses.
- The letter was written expressly for new customers.
- We booked a table expressly for your birthday dinner.
expressly forbidden
3/ɪkspɹˈɛsli fɚbˈɪdən/
fixed phrase
formal
clearly and strictly not allowed
used to say that something is clearly and strongly not allowed by a rule, law, or order
Exemplos
- Smoking is expressly forbidden anywhere in the building.
- The use of personal email accounts for work is expressly forbidden in the policy.
expressly states that
4/ɪkspɹˈɛsli stˈeɪts ðˈæt/
fixed phrase
formal
clearly says that
used to introduce words in a rule, law, or document that say something in a very clear way
Exemplos
- The contract expressly states that overtime must be paid at a higher rate.
- The manual expressly states that the device is not waterproof.