Definition and meaning of English word "silently"
silently
/ˈsɪləntli/
Meaning
VerbIn a silent manner; making no noise.
How to use
The adverb 'silently' is often used to describe actions that are performed quietly, without making any noise. For example, 'She silently crept into the room to surprise her brother.' A common learner mistake is to confuse 'silently' with 'silent', which is an adjective. 'Silently' is typically used in formal or descriptive writing.
🇬🇧 English
silently
Example
She walked silently through the forest.
He listened silently to the music.
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Common phrases
- silently observe— to watch or notice something quietly
- silently suffer— to endure or tolerate something quietly
- silently slip away— to leave quietly or unnoticed
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Frequency rank: #555 in English
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What does the English word "silently" mean?▼
The English word "silently" means "silently" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Without making a sound." (which translates as "silently").
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