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kindly

Pronunciation: [ˈkaɪndli]

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Learn how to use kindly in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “behavior”

(adverb) when someone does something in a nice or polite way. If you help someone kindly, you are being friendly and caring.

Example

She kindly offered to share her lunch with me.

Example

He did not kindly refuse my invitation; he was very rude about it.

Example

Could you kindly pass the salt, please?

Context: “request”

(adverb) used when you are asking someone to do something in a polite way. It makes your request sound nicer and more respectful.

Example

Could you kindly help me with my homework?

Example

He didn't kindly remind me to bring my book; he just scolded me.

Example

Would you kindly tell me what time the meeting starts?

How to pronounce kindly

Pronunciation: [ˈkaɪndli]

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