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Lightly Meaning in English

word

/ˈɫaɪtɫi/
LYT-lee
/lˈaɪtli/
LYT-lee

التعريف

In a gentle, mild, or small amount; not heavily or strongly. Often used to describe touch, movement, or degree.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

Often used with verbs like 'touch', 'press', 'laugh', and 'cook'. Implies gentleness, subtlety, or a small amount. Not interchangeable with 'a little' (which refers only to quantity), as 'lightly' also conveys manner.

جمل نموذجية

Please press the button lightly.

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She knocked lightly on the door.

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Sprinkle salt lightly over the salad.

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He spoke lightly about a serious topic to make us feel more comfortable.

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If you lightly fry the vegetables, they stay crunchy.

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She laughed lightly and changed the subject.

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