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namely

The correct spelling is namely.

How to pronounce namely

/ˈneɪmli/
adverb

IPA: /ˈneɪmli/

Say it like: Nam-elee

The correct spelling is namely. Specifically; that is to say. For example: "Some of the students — namely Paul, Alice and Jake — seem to have trouble with geometry."

Usage Examples

Some of the students — namely Paul, Alice and Jake — seem to have trouble with geometry.

Definition

adverb

  1. 1.Specifically; that is to say.
  2. 2.Especially, above all.

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