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Respectfully: meaning, definitions and examples

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respectfully

 

[ rɪˈspɛktfəli ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

used to show polite or formal behavior

In a respectful manner; with respect.

Synonyms

courteously, humbly, politely

Examples of usage

  • He spoke respectfully to his elders.
  • She addressed the judge respectfully.
  • I would like to respectfully disagree with your opinion.
Context #2 | Adjective

showing admiration or deference

Feeling or showing admiration or deference; respectful.

Synonyms

considerate, honorable, regardful

Examples of usage

  • She gave a respectful nod to the teacher.
  • He always treated his colleagues with respectful behavior.

Translations

Translations of the word "respectfully" in other languages:

🇵🇹 respeitosamente

🇮🇳 सम्मानपूर्वक

🇩🇪 respektvoll

🇮🇩 dengan hormat

🇺🇦 з повагою

🇵🇱 z szacunkiem

🇯🇵 敬意を持って (けいいをもって)

🇫🇷 respectueusement

🇪🇸 respetuosamente

🇹🇷 saygıyla

🇰🇷 존경심을 가지고 (jongyeongsim-eul gajigo)

🇸🇦 باحترام (bi'ihtiram)

🇨🇿 s úctou

🇸🇰 s úctou

🇨🇳 尊敬地 (zūnjìng de)

🇸🇮 spoštljivo

🇮🇸 með virðingu

🇰🇿 құрметпен (qurmetpen)

🇬🇪 პატივისცემით (pat'ivistsemit)

🇦🇿 hörmətlə

🇲🇽 respetuosamente

Etymology

The word 'respectfully' originated from the Middle English word 'respectful' which means 'full of respect'. The suffix '-ly' was added to form the adverb 'respectfully'. The concept of showing respect has been an important aspect of human interaction throughout history, with various cultures emphasizing the value of respect towards others.

See also: disrespect, disrespectful, disrespectfully, disrespectfulness, disrespects, respect, respectability, respectable, respected, respectful, respectfulness, respecting, respective, respectively.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,865 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.