Soberly Meaning in English
word · lemma: sober
ˈsoʊbɝɫi
SOH-ber-lee
sˈəʊbəli
SOH-buh-lee
Definition
In a serious, calm, or thoughtful way, showing no excitement or humor.
Usage & Nuances
Formally used, often describes manner of speaking or reacting, especially in serious conversations, news, or situations. Not related to being 'not drunk'. Common with verbs like 'speak', 'think', 'look'. Don't confuse with 'solemnly' (even more formal or ceremonial).
Spanish: con seriedad - sobriamentePortuguese (BR): seriamente - sobriamentePortuguese (PT): seriamente - sobriamenteChinese (Simplified): 严肃地 - 冷静地Chinese (Traditional): 嚴肅地 - 冷靜地Hindi: संयमपूर्वक - गंभीरता सेArabic: بجدية - برزانةBengali: গম্ভীরভাবে - সংযতভাবেRussian: серьёзно - трезво (не о алкоголе)Japanese: 真面目に - 落ち着いてVietnamese: một cách nghiêm túc - một cách điềm tĩnhKorean: 진지하게 - 침착하게Turkish: ciddiyetle - sakinceUrdu: سنجیدگی سے - متانت سےIndonesian: dengan serius - dengan tenang
Example Sentences
He spoke soberly about the accident.
basic
She looked at me soberly.
basic
They discussed the plan soberly.
basic
“We need to face the facts,” he said soberly.
natural
She listened soberly as the doctor explained the situation.
natural
He nodded soberly and said nothing more.
natural