namely
gb/nˈeɪmli/ us/nˈeɪmli/
B2
Ingles
~ 8500
Mga kahulugan
0 kahulugan
adverb
formal
B2
relation
1
used to introduce specific details
Used to say the exact things you mean after a general sentence.
Padron ng paggamit:
[general statement], namely [specific details]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners often confuse "namely" with "for example". "Namely" usually introduces a complete and exact list or precise information, while "for example" introduces one or more examples from a larger group. Another common mistake is starting a new sentence with "Namely"; it is normally used after a comma in the same sentence as the general statement.
Mga kasingkahulugan
specifically (Very close in meaning; a bit more common in both spoken and written English and slightly less formal.)
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in particular (Often used similarly, but can sound a bit more conversational and is not always used with such precise, list-like detail.)
Mga kasalungat
generally speaking (Signals a broad, not detailed statement, which contrasts with the precise detail introduced by "namely".)
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roughly (Introduces an approximate idea, the opposite of the precise, exact details given by "namely".)
Mga kolokasyon
namely that
|namely the following
|three things, namely
|the problem, namely
|namely the fact that
Mga tema
writing
|communication
|academic
|business
|education
|core_vocabulary
Mga Halimbawa
- Three countries, namely Spain, Italy, and Greece, were hit hardest by the heatwave.
- The company faces two main challenges, namely rising costs and falling demand.
- We need to address the most urgent issue, namely the shortage of medical staff.
- The study focused on three age groups, namely children, adults, and seniors.
- She has only one aim, namely to finish the project on time.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
- Our class has two tests, namely a midterm and a final exam.
- He speaks three languages, namely English, French, and German.
- The team has one big problem, namely a lack of money.
- We visited two cities, namely London and Paris.
- The report looks at one topic, namely climate change.
adverb
formal
C1
relation
2
used to restate more clearly
Used to say the same idea again but in clearer or more exact words.
Padron ng paggamit:
[statement], namely [clearer explanation]
Karaniwang pagkakamali:
Learners sometimes use "namely" where "because" or "so" would be more natural. "Namely" does not show cause or result; it only explains the previous idea in a clearer or more exact way. Another mistake is putting "namely" at the start of a paragraph as a topic opener; it should connect directly to the previous clause.
Mga kasingkahulugan
that is to say (Very close in meaning but slightly more wordy and old-fashioned; often used in similar formal explanations.)
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in other words (Also restates an idea more clearly but can sound more conversational than "namely".)
Mga kasalungat
ambiguously (Means in an unclear way, which contrasts with the clarifying function of "namely".)
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vaguely (Means without clear detail, the opposite of the precise clarification given by "namely".)
Mga kolokasyon
namely that
|namely the fact that
|namely in that
|namely this
|the solution, namely that
Mga tema
communication
|writing
|academic
|education
|core_vocabulary
Mga Halimbawa
- The decision was based on one key concern, namely that the data could not be trusted.
- The policy targets the most vulnerable group, namely those without stable housing.
- Her argument relies on a false assumption, namely that all online information is reliable.
- The real issue, namely the lack of long-term planning, was never discussed.
- The solution is simple, namely that we must reduce our overall energy use.
Mga Halimbawa para sa Nag-aaral
- The doctor had one worry, namely that the medicine might be too strong.
- He made a big mistake, namely that he did not check his work.
- They had the same goal, namely to help poor families.
- The main point, namely that we must save money, was clear.
- We agreed on one thing, namely that the rules were not fair.
Gramatika
Anyo sa diksyunaryo
namely
IPA
GB/nˈeɪmli/
US/nˈeɪmli/
Mga pantig at diin
namely (1 pantig)
Stress on 1st syllable (namely)
Mga anyo ng salita
Noun
- Base: namely
- Plural: namelies
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