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calmly

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈkɑːmli/

calmly means: In a quiet, controlled way, without becoming angry or worried.

adverb

WITHOUT PANICB1

In a quiet, controlled way, without becoming angry or worried.

  • She spoke calmly.
  • He calmly explained what had happened.
  • Can you wait calmly while I call for help?

Similar words: coolly, composedly

Opposites: angrily, nervously

Common phrases: speak calmly, wait calmly, calmly explain

Questions about calmly

What does calmly mean?

In a quiet, controlled way, without becoming angry or worried.

What is calmly in other languages?

Türkçe: sakin bir şekilde · Español: tranquilamente · Français: calmement · Deutsch: ruhig · Italiano: calmamente · 日本語: 落ち着いて

How do you pronounce calmly?

It is pronounced /ˈkɑːmli/.

How do you use calmly in a sentence?

She spoke calmly. He calmly explained what had happened.

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