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smoothly

 

[ หˆsmuหรฐli ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

adverb used to describe an action

In a smooth and even way, without any interruptions or difficulties.

Synonyms

effortlessly, evenly, fluently

Examples of usage

  • He glided smoothly across the dance floor.
  • The car moved smoothly through the traffic.
  • She spoke smoothly and confidently during the presentation.
Context #2 | Adjective

adjective used to describe a surface or texture

Having an even and level surface; free from irregularities or roughness.

Synonyms

even, flat, level

Examples of usage

  • The table had a smooth finish.
  • Her skin felt smooth to the touch.
  • He polished the floor until it was smooth and shiny.

Translations

Translations of the word "smoothly" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น suavemente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคฎเฅ‚เคฅเคฒเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช sanft

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dengan mulus

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะปะฐะฒะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gล‚adko

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚นใƒ ใƒผใ‚บใซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท doucement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ suavemente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dรผzgรผnce

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถ€๋“œ๋Ÿฝ๊ฒŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุณู„ุงุณุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hladce

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hladko

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้กบๅˆฉๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gladko

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ jafnlega

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฑะผัะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒจแƒ•แƒ˜แƒ“แƒแƒ“

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sษ™lis

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ suavemente

Etymology

The word 'smoothly' originated from the Old English word 'smลth', which meant 'even, straight, level'. Over time, it evolved to include the adverbial form 'smoothly', describing actions performed in a fluid and uninterrupted manner. The concept of smoothness has been valued in various contexts, from physical surfaces to interpersonal interactions, symbolizing efficiency and ease.

See also: smooth, smoothie, smoothing, smoothness.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,177 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.