properly
/ˈprɒpəli/ · /ˈprɑːpərli/
CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #1205 in the learning path
正确地；恰当地
Definitions
adv. In the correct or suitable way.
正确地；恰当地
adv. Completely or to the degree that is needed.
充分地；彻底地
Example
The kitchen door will not close properly in winter.
冬天厨房的门总是关不严。
Public recycling schemes are more effective when residents understand how to sort household waste properly.
当居民了解如何正确分类生活垃圾时，公共回收计划会更有效。
Collocations
- function properly
- behave properly
- properly trained
- properly equipped
Word family
- proper (adj.)
- improper (adj.)
- improperly (adv.)
Synonyms
- correctly
- appropriately
Antonyms
- incorrectly
- improperly
Usage tip
修饰动作常用properly；修饰名词用proper。
FAQ
- What does properly mean?
- In the correct or suitable way. Completely or to the degree that is needed.
- How is properly pronounced?
- UK /ˈprɒpəli/, US /ˈprɑːpərli/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
