Properly - translation, pronunciation and examples
properly
in correct way
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When to use properly
Проверь, что пальто застегнуто как следует, прежде чем выйти на улицу.
Если не чистить фильтр как следует, пылесос потеряет мощность.
properly usage examples
Проверь, что пальто застегнуто как следует, прежде чем выйти на улицу.
Check that the coat is fastened properly before you step outside.
Если не чистить фильтр как следует, пылесос потеряет мощность.
If you don't clean the filter properly, the vacuum will lose power.
Similar words
Core word meaning 'in the correct or appropriate way; as should be done.'
Emphasizes suitability for the situation or purpose; doing something in a fitting way.
Close to 'appropriately' — stresses being suitable or fitting for a purpose or context.
Focuses on completeness or exhaustiveness of the action rather than mere correctness.
Stresses attention and caution during the action, to avoid mistakes or damage.
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properly belongs to the topic "Clothing and Footwear". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
properly synonyms
What's the difference between properly / appropriately / suitably / thoroughly / carefully / adequately
Core word meaning 'in the correct or appropriate way; as should be done.'
Make sure the shoes fit properly before you go out.
Убедись, что туфли сидят как следует, прежде чем выходить.
Emphasizes suitability for the situation or purpose; doing something in a fitting way.
Dress appropriately for cold weather.
Оденься надлежащим образом/как следует для холодной погоды.
Close to 'appropriately' — stresses being suitable or fitting for a purpose or context.
Make sure you are suitably dressed for the hike.
Убедись, что ты одет подходяще/как следует для похода.
Focuses on completeness or exhaustiveness of the action rather than mere correctness.
You should clean the oven thoroughly.
Нужно почистить духовку тщательно/как следует.
Stresses attention and caution during the action, to avoid mistakes or damage.
Handle the glass carefully so it doesn't break.
Обращайся со стеклом осторожно, чтобы оно не разбилось.
Means 'sufficiently' or 'to an acceptable level', not necessarily correct or ideal.
The heater works adequately, but it's not very powerful.
Обогреватель работает удовлетворительно/достаточно, но не очень мощно.
Stresses precision and correctness of details or measurement rather than general appropriateness.
Measure the fabric accurately before cutting.
Измерь ткань точно/как следует перед резкой.
Emphasizes skill or ability in performing a task rather than mere correctness or suitability.
He repaired the chair competently, and it’s now stable.
Он починил стул умело/как следует, и теперь он устойчив.
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How to pronounce properly and what this word means
properly translation: как следует. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce properly
/ˈprɒpəli/
properly translation
как следует
properly examples
Check that the coat is fastened properly before you step outside.
properly transcription
/ˈprɒpəli/, /ˈprɑpərli/
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properly meaning: what does it mean?
in correct way
properly pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
properly is pronounced as /ˈprɒpəli/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
properly definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Check that the coat is fastened properly before you step outside. Translation: Проверь, что пальто застегнуто как следует, прежде чем выйти на улицу.
Is properly part of Clothing for Weather vocabulary?
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