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Nearly

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Meanings of Nearly

Adverb

  • Almost; not quite.
  • Very close to something.
  • Just about; nearly there.
  • In a way that is not completely done or finished.

Explanation of the word: Nearly

Nearly means something is very close to being complete or true. For example, if you say you nearly ate all your dinner, it means you ate almost all of it.

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Translations for the word: Nearly

hindi
लगभग

lagbhag

करीब

karib

लगभग

lagbhag

   

Synonyms for the word: Nearly

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Nearly

What does 'nearly' mean?
'Nearly' means almost or not quite. For example, if you say you nearly finished your homework, it means you are very close to finishing it.
How do you pronounce 'nearly'?
You pronounce 'nearly' like this: NEAR-lee.
What is the origin of the word 'nearly'?
The word 'nearly' comes from the word 'near,' which means close to something. It has been used in English for a long time!
What is the meaning of 'nearly' in Hindi?
The word 'nearly' in Hindi is 'लगभग' (Lagbhag).