namely
word
Definition
Used to introduce specific details, examples, or names after a general statement.
Usage & Nuances
'Namely' is formal and introduces more precise information or examples. It is often followed by a comma. Common in written and academic English. Similar to 'that is' or 'specifically', but not used to start a sentence.
Spanish: es decir - o seaPortuguese (BR): ou seja - a saberPortuguese (PT): ou seja - nomeadamenteChinese (Simplified): 即 - 也就是Chinese (Traditional): 即 - 也就是Hindi: अर्थात् - यानीArabic: أي - بمعنىBengali: অর্থাৎ - যথাRussian: а именноJapanese: すなわちVietnamese: cụ thể làKorean: 즉Turkish: yaniUrdu: یعنیIndonesian: yaitu - yakni
Example Sentences
There are two main reasons, namely, cost and time.
basic
She speaks three languages, namely, English, Spanish, and Italian.
basic
You can choose from two options, namely, tea or coffee.
basic
The company has one serious problem, namely, a lack of communication.
natural
Two people missed the meeting, namely, John and Lisa.
natural
He brought his favorite snacks, namely, chips and chocolate.
natural