freely
word · lemma: free
/ˈfɹiɫi/
FREE-lee
/fɹˈiːli/
FREE-lee
Definition
In a way that is not limited or controlled by others; able to act, speak, move, or think as you want.
Usage & Nuances
Used in both formal and informal contexts. Common collocations: 'speak freely', 'move freely', 'express yourself freely'. Often describes lack of restriction. Not used for 'free of charge' – use 'for free' instead.
Spanish: librementePortuguese (BR): livrementePortuguese (PT): livrementeChinese (Simplified): 自由地Chinese (Traditional): 自由地Hindi: स्वेच्छा सेArabic: بحريةBengali: স্বতন্ত্রভাবে - স্বাধীনভাবেRussian: свободноJapanese: 自由にVietnamese: tự doKorean: 자유롭게Turkish: özgürceUrdu: آزادانہIndonesian: bebas
Example Sentences
You can freely ask any questions.
basic
Birds move freely in the sky.
basic
People can express their opinions freely here.
basic
Please speak freely—there are no wrong answers.
natural
After the meeting, everyone freely shared their thoughts over coffee.
natural
Information flows freely on the internet nowadays.
natural