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privately

Pronunciation: [ˈprɪvətli]

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

Context: “communication”

(adverb) when something is done in a way that is not shared with many people. If you do something privately, it means you do it alone or just with a few people, and you don't want others to know.

Example

She shared her secret privately with her best friend.

Example

He didn't discuss his plans privately; everyone knew what he was going to do.

Example

Why do you want to talk about this privately?

Context: “feelings”

(adverb) when someone thinks or feels about something in their own mind without telling others. It means having feelings that you keep to yourself.

Example

He privately felt proud of his accomplishments, even if he didn't say it out loud.

Example

She never kept her worries privately; she always talked about them aloud.

Example

Do you ever think privately about your dreams for the future?

How to pronounce privately

Pronunciation: [ˈprɪvətli]

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