kindly — in a kind manner; please (used in polite requests)
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a kind manner; please (used in polite requests)
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkaɪndli/
Example Sentences
- Could you kindly stop eating my lunch? I'm getting a bit hungry here!
- The teacher kindly explained the math problem for the fifth time.
- Please kindly ignore the fact that I'm wearing my pajamas to this important meeting.
kindly
ADVERB[/ˈkaɪndli/]
in a kind manner; please (used in polite requests)
in a kind manner; please (used in polite requests)
Guide me kindly when I walk blindly!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Old English 'gecynde' (natural, innate), which evolved into 'kind' (friendly, benevolent). The adverbial suffix '-ly' was added to form 'kindly', originally meaning 'in a natural or innate manner' before shifting to 'in a friendly or considerate manner'.
Breakdown
kind (friendly, benevolent, from Old English gecynde meaning natural/innate) + -ly (adverbial suffix indicating manner or quality).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Could you kindly stop eating my lunch? I'm getting a bit hungry here!”
“The teacher kindly explained the math problem for the fifth time.”
“Please kindly ignore the fact that I'm wearing my pajamas to this important meeting.”
“She looked at him with kindly eyes, understanding his difficulties.”
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