quietly
word · lemma: quiet
/ˈkwaɪətɫi/
KWY-uht-lee
/kwˈaɪətli/
KWY-uht-lee
Definition
In a way that makes little or no noise, or in a calm and gentle way. It can describe how someone speaks, moves, or does something without drawing attention.
Usage & Nuances
Often used with verbs like 'speak', 'close', 'sit', 'leave', and 'cry'. It can mean physically low in noise, but also emotionally gentle or discreet. Don't confuse it with 'quiet' as an adjective: 'a quiet room' vs. 'speak quietly'.
Spanish: en silencio - tranquilamentePortuguese (BR): em silêncio - calmamentePortuguese (PT): em silêncio - calmamenteChinese (Simplified): 安静地 - 轻声地Chinese (Traditional): 安靜地 - 輕聲地Hindi: चुपचाप - धीरे सेArabic: بهدوء - بصمتBengali: চুপচাপ - শান্তভাবেRussian: тихо - спокойноJapanese: 静かにVietnamese: lặng lẽ - nhẹ nhàngKorean: 조용히 - 살짝Turkish: sessizce - sakin bir şekildeUrdu: آہستہ سے - چپ چاپIndonesian: pelan-pelan - dengan tenang
Example Sentences
Please close the door quietly.
basic
The baby is sleeping, so speak quietly.
basic
She quietly sat by the window and read.
basic
He quietly left the room without saying goodbye.
natural
She quietly thanked everyone for their help.
natural
You can quietly say no if you're not comfortable.
natural