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similarly

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈsɪməlɚli/ · UK /ˈsɪmɪləli/

similarly means: Used to introduce another idea or situation that is like the one just mentioned.

adverb

ALSO TRUEB1

Used to introduce another idea or situation that is like the one just mentioned.

  • Cats need care. Similarly, dogs need daily attention.
  • The first method failed. Similarly, the second produced no useful results.
  • Sleep improves memory. Similarly, regular exercise can help us learn.

Similar words: likewise, in the same way

Common phrases: similarly for someone, similarly in something

IN SAME WAYB1

In a way that is much like how someone or something else acts or looks.

  • The twins dress similarly.
  • Both teams reacted similarly to the news.
  • We found three similarly shaped stones on the beach.

Similar words: alike, in the same way

Opposites: differently

Common phrases: similarly dressed, similarly shaped, react similarly

Questions about similarly

What does similarly mean?

Used to introduce another idea or situation that is like the one just mentioned.

What is similarly in other languages?

Türkçe: benzer şekilde · Español: igualmente · Français: de même · Deutsch: ebenso · Italiano: analogamente · 日本語: 同様に

How do you pronounce similarly?

In American English /ˈsɪməlɚli/; in British English /ˈsɪmɪləli/.

How do you use similarly in a sentence?

Cats need care. Similarly, dogs need daily attention. The first method failed. Similarly, the second produced no useful results.

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