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to some extent

[ tə sʌm ɪkˈstɛnt ]

Phrase

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in conversation

To some extent means partly or to a certain degree.

Synonyms

partially, partly, to a certain degree.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
to some extent	Use this when indicating that something is true but not completely. It's often used when something is partly true or when conceding a point in a discussion. To some extent, she agrees with the new policy. They succeeded to some extent in solving the problem.
partly	Use this when talking about a specific part or aspect of something. It's often used to describe a situation where more than one factor is involved, and indicating that only one of those parts is being addressed. Her absence was partly due to illness. The weather was partly to blame for the delay.
partially	This word is suitable when emphasizing that something is incomplete or not fully done. It often highlights that there's a portion missing or unfulfilled. The project is partially completed. She is partially responsible for the success.
to a certain degree	This phrase is used when something is true, but there are limitations to that truth. It conveys a sense of partial agreement or moderate intensity. He is skilled in programming to a certain degree. To a certain degree, I understand your feelings.

Examples of usage

To some extent, I agree with your opinion on this matter.
His success was due to some extent to his hard work and dedication.

Translations

Translations of the word "to some extent" in other languages:

🇵🇹 em certa medida

🇮🇳 कुछ हद तक

🇩🇪 bis zu einem gewissen Grad

🇮🇩 sampai batas tertentu

🇺🇦 до певної міри

🇵🇱 do pewnego stopnia

🇯🇵 ある程度

🇫🇷 dans une certaine mesure

🇪🇸 hasta cierto punto

🇹🇷 bir dereceye kadar

🇰🇷 어느 정도

🇸🇦 إلى حد ما

🇨🇿 do jisté míry

🇸🇰 do určitej miery

🇨🇳 在某种程度上

🇸🇮 do neke mere

🇮🇸 að vissu marki

🇰🇿 белгілі бір деңгейде

🇬🇪 რამდენიმე დონეზე

🇦🇿 müəyyən dərəcədə

🇲🇽 hasta cierto punto

Etymology

The phrase 'to some extent' originated in the late 19th century and is a combination of the words 'to' meaning 'in the direction of' and 'some extent' meaning a certain degree or amount.