Appreciatively Meaning in English
word · lemma: appreciative
əˈpɹiʃiˌeɪtɪvɫi/, /əˈpɹiʃjətɪvɫi
uh-PREE-shee-ay-tiv-lee
ɐpɹˈiːʃiətˌɪvli
uh-PREE-shee-uh-tiv-lee
Definition
In a way that shows you recognize and value the good qualities in someone or something, often expressing thanks or gratitude.
Usage & Nuances
This adverb is formal and often used in writing. Commonly appears with verbs like 'nod', 'smile', 'listen', or 'respond'. Avoid using it for negative feelings; it always conveys positive recognition or gratitude.
Spanish: con aprecio - con gratitud - de manera apreciativaPortuguese (BR): apreciativamente - com gratidão - de forma apreciativaPortuguese (PT): apreciativamente - com gratidão - de forma apreciativaChinese (Simplified): 感激地 - 欣赏地Chinese (Traditional): 感激地 - 欣賞地Hindi: आभारपूर्वक - प्रशंसापूर्वकArabic: بتقدير - بتقدير وامتنانBengali: কৃতজ্ঞভাবে - প্রশংসাসূচকভাবেRussian: с признательностью - благодарноJapanese: 感謝して - 評価してVietnamese: một cách biết ơn - một cách trân trọngKorean: 감사하게 - 고마워하며Turkish: takdirle - minnettarcaUrdu: قدردانی سے - ممنونیت سےIndonesian: dengan menghargai - dengan penuh rasa terima kasih
Example Sentences
She nodded appreciatively when I offered help.
basic
He smiled appreciatively at the gift.
basic
The audience clapped appreciatively after her speech.
basic
He listened appreciatively as I shared my story.
natural
She looked at the painting appreciatively, noticing all the details.
natural
He answered my questions appreciatively, making me feel welcome.
natural