Sincerely: meaning, definitions and examples

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sincerely

 

[ sɪnˈsɪərli ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

formal

In a sincere or genuine way.

Synonyms

genuinely, honestly, truly.

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Word Description / Examples
sincerely

Use to express true feelings or beliefs, often in formal communication like letters or emails.

  • I sincerely hope you recover soon.
  • Yours sincerely, John Doe.
genuinely

Use to describe something real or sincere without any pretenses, often in casual or informal speech.

  • She was genuinely happy with the gift.
  • I genuinely enjoyed the movie last night.
truly

Use to emphasize the sincerity or depth of a feeling or statement, can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

  • I truly appreciate your help.
  • She is truly a remarkable person.
honestly

Use to indicate truthfulness, often when correcting or clarifying something, and sometimes in casual, frank discussions.

  • Honestly, I didn't expect to win the game.
  • Let's talk honestly about our concerns.

Examples of usage

  • She thanked him sincerely for his help.
  • I sincerely hope we can resolve this issue soon.
Context #2 | Adjective

formal

Free from pretense or deceit; proceeding from genuine feelings.

Synonyms

authentic, genuine, heartfelt.

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Word Description / Examples
sincerely

Generally used to convey honesty and true feelings, often in formal communication and at the end of letters or emails.

  • I sincerely hope you recover soon.
  • Sincerely, John Doe
genuine

Used to describe something or someone that is honest, real, or sincere, often relating to emotions or characteristics.

  • He gave a genuine apology for his mistake.
  • You can always count on her for genuine advice.
authentic

Used to describe something that is original, real, or not fake. Commonly used in contexts discussing objects, experiences, or cultural items.

  • This is an authentic piece of art from the 19th century.
  • The restaurant offers an authentic Italian dining experience.
heartfelt

Used to express deep, sincere emotions, often in the context of gratitude, sympathy, or appreciation.

  • We send our heartfelt condolences.
  • Her speech was filled with heartfelt thanks.

Examples of usage

  • She gave him a sincere apology for her mistake.
  • His sincere smile made her feel at ease.

Translations

Translations of the word "sincerely" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sinceramente

🇮🇳 ईमानदारी से

🇩🇪 aufrichtig

🇮🇩 dengan tulus

🇺🇦 щиро

🇵🇱 szczerze

🇯🇵 心から (kokorokara)

🇫🇷 sincèrement

🇪🇸 sinceramente

🇹🇷 içtenlikle

🇰🇷 진심으로 (jinsim-euro)

🇸🇦 بصدق (bisedq)

🇨🇿 upřímně

🇸🇰 úprimne

🇨🇳 真诚地 (zhēnchéng de)

🇸🇮 iskreno

🇮🇸 einlæglega

🇰🇿 шын жүректен

🇬🇪 გულწრფელად (gulwrchelad)

🇦🇿 səmimi

🇲🇽 sinceramente

Etymology

The word 'sincerely' originated from the Latin word 'sincerus', which means 'clean, pure, sound, genuine'. Over time, it evolved to its current usage in English to express honesty, authenticity, and genuine feelings.

See also: insincere, insincerely, insincerity, sincerity.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,475 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.