properly — in a correct, appropriate, or satisfactory manner
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a correct, appropriate, or satisfactory manner
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈprɑːpərli/
Example Sentences
- My smartphone isn't working properly - it keeps showing cat videos instead of my work emails!
- The students were told to dress properly for the graduation ceremony.
- If you don't charge your electric car properly, you might end up pushing it to work!
properly
ADVERB[/ˈprɑːpərli/]
in a correct, appropriate, or satisfactory manner
He finally learned to tie his shoelaces properly on his own.
Cook improperly, then properly - that's popularly preferred!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'properly,' derived from Old French 'proprement,' which comes from Latin 'proprius' meaning 'one's own' or 'particular,' combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.
Breakdown
proper (from Latin proprius meaning 'one's own, suitable') + -ly (adverbial suffix meaning 'in a manner of') = properly
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📝Examples
“My smartphone isn't working properly - it keeps showing cat videos instead of my work emails!”
“The students were told to dress properly for the graduation ceremony.”
“If you don't charge your electric car properly, you might end up pushing it to work!”
“The medicine will work properly only if taken with food.”
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