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ly

Pronunciation: [li]

Word

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

Context: “manner”

(adverb) to describe how something is done. When you want to say that something happens in a certain way, you can use 'ly' to help explain it better.

Example

She sings beautifully, making everyone smile.

Example

He doesn’t run quickly; he takes his time.

Example

How did she complete her homework so easily?

Context: “frequency”

(adverb) to tell how often something happens. When you want to explain that something occurs regularly, you can use 'ly' to make it clear.

Example

They visit their grandparents frequently during the holidays.

Example

We don’t eat out regularly; we prefer home-cooked meals.

Example

How often do they go to the park?

How to pronounce ly

Pronunciation: [li]

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