Truly
'truːli
Definitions
2 meaningsIn a genuine, honest, or sincere manner; in reality.
'truːli
In a truthful or sincere way.
I truly appreciate your help.
💡 Simply: When you say something is 'truly' happening, you're saying it's really, really happening. Like, "I truly love pizza!" means you REALLY love pizza!
👶 For kids: When you do something 'truly', it means you're doing it in a real way. Like when you say 'I truly love my teddy bear', it means you REALLY love it!
More Examples
She truly believed his story.
He was truly surprised by the gift.
The sunset was truly beautiful.
How It's Used
"I truly believe you're making the right decision."
"The evidence presented truly supports the defendant's claim."
Used to emphasize the truth or realness of something; in fact; indeed.
'truːli
In fact; indeed.
The view from the mountain was truly spectacular.
💡 Simply: When you say something is 'truly' great, you're making sure everyone understands just how great it is!
👶 For kids: When something is 'truly' great, it means it's super, super great!
More Examples
It was truly the best cake I've ever tasted.
He is truly a talented musician.
The artwork was truly unique and breathtaking.
How It's Used
"That was truly a remarkable performance."
Synonyms
Genuinely
Honestly
Really
Sincerely
Absolutely
Certainly
Indeed
Idioms & expressions
truly yours
A polite closing to a letter or email.
"Sincerely, John"
From Middle English *trowly*, from Old English *trēowlīċe* (faithful, sincerely), from *trēowe* (true) + *-līċe* (suffix forming an adverb).
In historical texts, 'truly' often appeared in religious and legal contexts, emphasizing truthfulness and faithfulness.
Memory tip
Think of a 'true' heart, and how that person would act, that's how something is done 'truly'.