Learning language
Translation language
adverb · B1 · often · UK/US

properly

properly

Meaning of properly

English

in the correct or right way

Русский

правильно и хорошо, так, как нужно

properly

Pronunciation

British English
/ˈprɒpəli/
American English
/ˈprɑpɚli/

properly with Russian translation

Сочетания и примеры со словом properly

Типичные сочетания сгруппированы по смыслу. Зелёные слова можно открыть отдельно, чтобы продолжить изучение.

6 сочетаний

Нормально, как надо

Normally, as it should be
work properly
нормально работать

The washing machine works properly after the repair.

После ремонта стиральная машина нормально работает.

eat properly
нормально питаться

I find it difficult to eat properly during night shifts.

Мне трудно нормально питаться во время ночных смен.

  • sleep properlyнормально высыпаться

Сделать правильно

Doing it right
do it properly
сделать как следует

Take your time and do it properly this time.

Не торопись и на этот раз сделай как следует.

properly cooked
как следует приготовленный

Make sure the chicken is properly cooked before serving.

Перед подачей убедись, что курица как следует приготовлена.

  • dress properlyодеться как следует

properly usage examples

🇬🇧English→🇷🇺Russian

Close the door properly.

Закрой дверь как следует.

🇬🇧English→🇷🇺Russian

Wash your hands properly.

Помой руки как следует.

properly synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between properly, right, thoroughly, appropriately, carefully, suitably, and adequately

R
🇬🇧English
right

informal: do it right

very often

ENDon't worry, I'll do it right this time.

🇬🇧English

completely, in detail

B2often

ENYou should clean the oven thoroughly.

A
🇬🇧English
appropriately

suitably for the situation

B2often

ENDress appropriately for cold weather.

Advanced: broader words

🇬🇧English

with care and attention

B1very often

ENHandle the glass carefully so it doesn't break.

S
🇬🇧English
suitably

in a suitable way, more formal

B2rare word

ENMake sure you are suitably dressed for the hike.

A
🇬🇧English
adequately

well enough, not perfectly

B2rare word

ENThe heater works adequately, but it's not very powerful.

Learn by topic

properly belongs to the topic "Clothing for Weather →". Start with a short set of 1 word so the word is easier to remember in context.

Related words and lists for properly

Questions about this word

properly meaning: what does it mean?

in the correct or right way

properly pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

properly is pronounced as /ˈprɒpəli/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

properly definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

Закрой дверь как следует. Translation: Close the door properly.

Is properly part of Clothing for Weather vocabulary?

Yes, properly can be learned in the Clothing for Weather topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is properly part of Household Chores vocabulary?

Yes, properly can be learned in the Household Chores topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Audio practiceExamplesSmart repeats

Learn properly in your vocabulary

Add this word to practice, repeat it with audio, examples and your own word lists.

Your cookie choice

We use necessary cookies to operate the site. Analytics and marketing technologies are enabled only with your permission. Cookies Policy