Earnestly Meaning in English

word · lemma: earnest

US

ˈɝnəstɫi

UR-nuhst-lee

UK

ˈɜːnəstli

UR-nuhst-lee

Definition

In a very serious and sincere way, showing that you are very determined or truly mean what you say or do.

Usage & Nuances

Used in formal or polite contexts. Often used with verbs like 'say', 'ask', 'pray', or 'work'. Shows sincere effort or true intention. Not used for casual or playful speech.

• Spanish: seriamente - sinceramente
• Portuguese (BR): seriamente - sinceramente
• Portuguese (PT): seriamente - sinceramente
• Chinese (Simplified): 认真的 - 诚恳地
• Chinese (Traditional): 認真的 - 誠懇地
• Hindi: गंभीरता से - ईमानदारी से
• Arabic: بجدية - بإخلاص
• Bengali: গম্ভীরভাবে - আন্তরিকভাবে
• Russian: серьёзно - искренне
• Japanese: 真剣に - 誠実に
• Vietnamese: một cách nghiêm túc - một cách chân thành
• Korean: 진지하게 - 성실하게
• Turkish: ciddi olarak - içtenlikle
• Urdu: سنجیدگی سے - خلوص سے
• Indonesian: dengan sungguh-sungguh - dengan tulus

Example Sentences

She earnestly asked for help.

basic

He spoke earnestly about his dreams.

basic

They earnestly tried to solve the problem.

basic

She looked at me earnestly and promised to change.

natural

He earnestly hoped for a positive response.

natural

Please listen earnestly to what I have to say.

natural