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namely

 

[ หˆneษชmli ]

Adverb / Conjunction
Context #1 | Adverb

in other words

Used to introduce a more precise or specific explanation of something mentioned previously.

Synonyms

precisely, specifically, that is to say

Examples of usage

  • He was an enthusiastic supporter of the project, namely because it would benefit his community.
  • The company invested in new technology, namely a state-of-the-art production line.
  • I enjoy outdoor activities, namely hiking and camping.
  • She had several hobbies, namely painting and playing the piano.
Context #2 | Conjunction

that is to say

Used to introduce a specific example or list of examples.

Synonyms

especially, particularly, specifically

Examples of usage

  • There are three main reasons for the decision, namely cost, time, and resources.
  • The team had various tasks to complete, namely research, analysis, and presentation.

Translations

Translations of the word "namely" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น a saber

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคฐเฅเคฅเคพเคคเฅ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช nรคmlich

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ yaitu

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐ ัะฐะผะต

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mianowicie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ™ใชใ‚ใก

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท c'est-ร -dire

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ a saber

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yani

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฆ‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ totiลพ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ totiลพ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ namreฤ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ nefnilega

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัา“ะฝะธ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒœแƒฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yษ™ni

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ a saber

Etymology

The word "namely" originated from the Middle English phrase "nam liche", meaning "name-like". It has been in use since the 14th century, evolving to its current form. The adverbial usage of "namely" to introduce a specific explanation gained popularity in the English language over time.

See also: nameless, names, naming, nickname, unnamed.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,092, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.